Video: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai examines games that can really pull you in, even without any inherent push and pull

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai has started a new YouTube channel called "Masahiro Sakurai on Creating Games." Check out the latest batch of uploaded content via the embedded video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SFOO23m-bI Making "Work" Games Fun [Game Essence] While this episode falls under the Game Essence category, game essence isn't the only thing that … Continue reading Video: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai examines games that can really pull you in, even without any inherent push and pull

The Pokémon Company officially teases Mega Evolution for Pokémon Legends: Z-A

The Pokémon Company and Nintendo recently unveiled a new game called Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Read on below to learn more: Pokémon Legends: Z-A, an ambitious new entry to the Pokémon video game series, will be released simultaneously worldwide on Nintendo Switch in 2025. An exciting new adventure awaits players within Lumiose City, where an urban … Continue reading The Pokémon Company officially teases Mega Evolution for Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Video: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai explains how you’ll need a system for implementing handicap settings for more casual games that will be enjoyed by a wider audience

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai has started a new YouTube channel called "Masahiro Sakurai on Creating Games." Check out the latest batch of uploaded content via the embedded video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aA_mjpCPMg Handicap Systems [Design Specifics] In competitive scenes, it's expected for each player's skill to be directly reflected—but not all games need to … Continue reading Video: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai explains how you’ll need a system for implementing handicap settings for more casual games that will be enjoyed by a wider audience

New Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Mass Outbreak event featuring Pichu, Happiny, Munchlax, Riolu, Elekid and Magby will run from March 29 to 31, full event details revealed

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are now available for Nintendo Switch, with new content available now! Read on below to learn more: Prepare for Mass Outbreaks of Adorable Pokémon! Fill Up Your Basket with Lively Little Pokémon! Get ready to spring into the season! From Friday, March 29, 2024, at 00:00 UTC to Sunday, March … Continue reading New Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Mass Outbreak event featuring Pichu, Happiny, Munchlax, Riolu, Elekid and Magby will run from March 29 to 31, full event details revealed

Nintendo showcases official Pokémon Scarlet and Violet mural at PAX East 2024, where Eevee and Pikachu mascots also appeared to meet fans

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are now available for Nintendo Switch, with new DLC available now and even more content on the way! Read on below to learn more: Here’s how to play the epilogue to The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC for Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet Greetings, Trainers! We’ve hope you’ve been … Continue reading Nintendo showcases official Pokémon Scarlet and Violet mural at PAX East 2024, where Eevee and Pikachu mascots also appeared to meet fans

Video: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai defines “game essence” as risk and reward, and explores how it impacts the push and pull at the heart of games

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai has started a new YouTube channel called "Masahiro Sakurai on Creating Games." Check out the latest batch of uploaded content via the embedded video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EehkCHMll2o B: Game Essence 1 (Category Compilation) #01~#06 In Category B: Game Essence, I define "game essence" as risk and reward, and explore … Continue reading Video: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai defines “game essence” as risk and reward, and explores how it impacts the push and pull at the heart of games

Video: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai discusses the sense of scale for unique effects

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai has started a new YouTube channel called "Masahiro Sakurai on Creating Games." Check out the latest batch of uploaded content via the embedded video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXwo0qcKJDk Making Effects the Right Size [Effects] Effects lack physical presence and are regulated by time, so their density is extremely important! This … Continue reading Video: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai discusses the sense of scale for unique effects