This is part of a special series where NPR looks back at our coverage of major news stories in the past. Japanese company Nintendo introduced the Game Boy, its first portable gaming device to take game cartridges, in 1989. Early models boasted a two-inch screen and ran on an 8-bit system. As long as players had four AA batteries to power the Game Boy, they could play anywhere, anytime.

In 1989, a big gray brick with a tiny monochrome screen became gaming's new smash hit

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Pokemon fans have been sent into meltdown after it was confirmed a popular Game Boy Advance title will be making its way on Nintendo Switch's premium subscription service.There aren't many Pokemon games that have made their way onto Switch Online or its expansion.There's a total of five so far with four of them Nintendo 64 titles, including the two Pokemon Stadium entries, and the Pokemon Trading Card Game on Game Boy Color.But following an impressive Nintendo Direct event in June, the Japanese company has now followed that up by adding another top title to its subscription service.And that game is...

Pokemon fans in meltdown as Game Boy Advance release finally coming to Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch might be slowing down in sales some seven-plus years into its lifespan, but the console still doing remarkably well at retail according to Nintendo’s most recent quarterly financial earnings. The Japanese game company shared its financial results for the first quarter of 2024. The Switch sold...

Nintendo's Down Month Is Still Pretty Spectacular

A beloved Pokemon title for the Game Boy Advance is heading to Nintendo Switch Online, but it may not be exactly what fans were hoping for. Nintendo has confirmed that Pokemon Mystery Dungeon Red Rescue Team will arrive on the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack on August 9, 2024, marking the first GBA Pokemon game to hit the service.

Classic Pokemon game coming to Nintendo Switch but it’s not what you think

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REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 1, 2024-- This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following content: This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240801267801/en/ STAR WARS: Bounty Hunter launches today. (Graphic: Business Wire)

Nintendo Download: Racking Up a Hefty Bounty

Applebee’s are bringing back their ever-popular all-you-can-eat buffet, serving some of their best-loved food, but it’s only back for a limited time, so you’ll need to take advantage while it lasts. One of Applebee’s most famous deals is the Dollarita, where you can snag a margarita cocktail...

Applebee’s bring back fan-favorite all-you-can-eat buffet but it won’t last long

To celebrate the announcement of Shrek 5 hitting theaters in 2025, Dunkin’ have launched an all-new donut collection themed around the movie franchise. The lineup includes six donuts featuring some of the iconic characters like Gingy, and the green ogre himself. The donut collection is available for purchase now,...

Dunkin’ unveils limited edition Shrek donut lineup

Most who actually love gaming, rather than the tribalism that comes with it, will admit that the 'Console Wars' are silly and childish. To breathe life into them ever-slightly, it's fair to say that on the grand scale of things, PlayStation is usually the company among the big three that tends to come out on top more often than not, with the biggest swaying factor being the long list of PlayStation exclusives over the years.

10 Best PS5 Games Of All Time

FaZe Clan CEO Richard ‘Banks’ Bengston has admitted that he spent $2 million in a single year on a combination of drugs like ketamine, 2C-B and whippets. Banks has always been open about his drug use, and even documented much of it (within reason) in his rise on YouTube, particularly during the Clout House years when he lived with RiceGum, Alissa Violet, and the NELK Boys, among others.

FaZe Banks admits he spent $2m a year on ketamine & whippets

Iconic video game magazine Game Informer is reportedly shutting down after more than three decades in the industry. The GameStop-owned publication, which was started in August 1993, announced its closure via a short post on social media. It notes that after 33 "thrilling years," it announced with a heavy heart, its closure.

Game Informer is Shutting Down After More Than Three Decades

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Biscuitville, a North Carolina-based chain, has been named the No. 1 fast-food breakfast spot in the nation by USA Today's 10Best. This accolade comes after a month-long voting period where people across the country chose their favorite breakfast destinations.

North Carolina-based chain ranks No. 1 in the nation for fast-food breakfast. Here’s why

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Secret Agent Clank could be heading to new PlayStation consoles.

PlayStation Seemingly Leaks Next PSP Re-Release for PS5 and PS4

Twitch streamer Asmongold was stunned by Dr Disrespect’s return to social media since confessing to sending explicit messages to a minor, saying the two-time is embracing a “villain” persona. Dr Disrespect, real name Guy Beahm, disappeared from the streaming world in late June after former Twitch employees...

Asmongold baffled by Dr Disrespect’s return strategy: “He’s coming back as a villain”

Twitch’s dominance in the streaming world continues to slip as rival platforms Kick and YouTube are seeing significant growth in 2024, while Amazon-owned sites suffer a big dip. For many years, Twitch was the undisputed industry leader in streaming, standing miles ahead of its competitors in viewership. While it’s...

Twitch viewership declines while Kick and YouTube see growth in 2024

On August 2, 2024, HoYoverse uploaded a new Genshin Impact Natlan preview teaser trailer, showcasing an “adorable” creature that has quickly caught the attention of the game’s community. Genshin Impact players have quickly become infatuated with the “Lil’ Buddy” teaser trailer, which focuses on an incredibly cute...

Genshin Impact players have fallen in love with “adorable” Natlan companion

Despite House of the Dragon Season 2 coming to an end this Sunday, fans have noticed that one character has been severely lacking airtime. And no, they’re not referring to Daemon’s lost time spent wandering the haunted halls of Harrenhal. (Though, technically speaking, that’s also grounds for a character going MIA.) Instead, House of the Dragon viewers are wondering why they haven’t seen much of the charismatic Corlys Velaryon.

One of House of the Dragon’s best characters has been missing from S2 – and it’s not Daemon

Curious about the Xbox Series X? You're in the right place! This powerhouse console has taken the gaming world by storm. What makes the Xbox Series X so special? Its lightning-fast load times, stunning graphics, and backward compatibility with older games. Gamers love its sleek design and powerful hardware. But there's more to it than meets the eye. From its innovative cooling system to the impressive Game Pass library, the Xbox Series X offers a gaming experience like no other. Ready to dive into 14 amazing facts about this next-gen console? Let's get started!

14 Facts About Xbox Series X

British YouTuber Max Fosh is answering important questions, like: could a Grizzly Bear beat a professional eater in an eating contest? He set out to find the answer in a viral video. Max Fosh is a prominent content creator who boasts over 4 million subscribers on YouTube. He’s known for...

Professional eater challenges grizzly bear to hot dog eating contest in viral YouTube video

The weekend is finally here, and new deals have popped up. This time, most of the major deals are for PlayStation 5, as Sony is currently hosting its Back to School sale. Today is your last chance to score on these deals before they're gone. The best deals for Saturday, August 3, include PSVR2, PS5 Slim, Persona 5 Tactica, Returnal, Demon's Souls, and more.

Daily Deals: PlayStation VR2, Returnal, Demon's Souls, and More

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Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are pretty much unified in their expectations of what will happen between Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) and Paris Buckingham (Diamond White), who recently announced their engagement.

The Bold and the Beautiful fans believe Thomas will dump Paris for Hope

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Forgotten Super Nintendo feature resurrected by modders

The Satellaview was a Japanese peripheral that let fans play exclusive games on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). Now some Nintendo fans have recreated it....

Forgotten Super Nintendo feature resurrected by modders

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