TWK Reviews Episode 71: WWE ’13 is THE Attitude Era Game

Hello, Hero Club, TDub here and after taking a couple of weeks for a nice winter holiday, as well as one to deal with a mild cold, I have now returned to take a look at the 2012 offering from THQ and Yuke’s known as WWE ’13! The main draw of WWE ’13 is its inclusion of the Attitude Era which lasted from 1997 until 2001 when the World Wrestling Federation purchased its rival company, World Championship Wrestling, and essentially monopolized mainstream wrestling for nearly two entire decades. That last…

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The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Film in Development

Earlier today, Nintendo updated their official website with the announcement that a live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda video game franchise.  This announcement is extra surprising as the previous live-action film adaptation of Super Mario Bros. did not turn out so well. That being said Nintendo has proven their merits with the animated Super Mario Bros film from Illumination so there could be a chance this film will turn out alright. The film is set to be directed by Wes Ball and will be produced by Avi Arad’s Arad Productions Inc alongside…

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September 2023 Nintendo Direct Streamed

Nintendo has recently streamed a Nintendo Direct, which featured a look at several of the games that will be released throughout the Holiday season and beyond. First, the direct featured a look at the second wave of the Splatoon 3 DLC Expansion Pass Side Order, which is set to release in Spring 2024. Next, the direct featured a look at a remake of the Mario vs. Donkey Kong Gameboy Advance game. The remake will feature the usual enhanced graphics as well as a co-op mode, which was not available in…

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TWK Reviews Episode 64: The Ups and Downs of Super Mario 64

Hello, Hero Club, TDub here and welcome to my review of the game that changed everything as we knew it, Super Mario 64 which was released in 1996 as the debut game for the Nintendo 64. Prior to this entry, Mario games were seen as relatively simple affairs. You’d go from left to right, reach the end of the stage, and repeat until you finished the game. Sure, there would be a secondary path or two that would lead you to an alternate exit but that was about it. Here…

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Castlevania: Nocturne Main Trailer Streamed

Earlier today, Netflix has released a new trailer for Castlevania: Nocturne. The latest trailer features a deeper look at the setting of the series and showcases some of the main cast. Keep in mind tbe series features visuals that may not be suitable for younger viewers so watch at your own discretion. Castlevania: Nocturne will premiere exclusively on Netflix on September 28, 2023. The first episode will have an early premiere on during Netflix’s upcoming special livestream via Youtube and Twitch on September 27 at 12 PM EST/ 9AM PT. VAMPIRE HUNTERS + FRENCH REVOLUTION +…

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Super Mario Bros. Wonder Direct Streamed

Recently Nintendo held a Nintendo Direct that focused on Super Mario Bros. Wonder. For those who are not aware, the game was originally revealed at the end of the June 2023 Nintendo Direct. The direct first focused on the setting of the game, which will take place in the Flower Kingdom. Bowser has appeared and taken control of the Wonder Flower and merged with Prince Florian’s castle. Several citizens of the kingdom have also been captured and it is up to Mario and his friends to save the kingdom. The…

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TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge – Dimension Shellshock DLC Release Date Announced

Dotemu recently released a new trailer for The Dimension Shellshock DLC for TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge. The latest trailer reveals the second playable character in the upcoming DLC. Karai will be the second playable character and she will be joining Usagi Yojimbo, who was previously confirmed earlier this year. Her inclusion is a bit of a surprise as she has never appeared in the “classic era” of turtles as she debuted in the comics by Peter Laird and Kevin Eastmen in the 90s. The trailer also reveals some new areas in Dimension Shellshock’s Survival Mode. Dimension…

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Many Surprises Await in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero! Trailer Streamed

Recently, The Pokémon Company released a new trailer for the upcoming DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. The latest trailer reveals that the missing starters who have not previously returned in the games. The latest trailer also reveals that some new moves will also be added to the game, which include: Psychic Noise – Deals damage and prevents target from healing Upper Hand – Strikes before a target’s priority move Thunderclap – Strikes before a target’s attack (Raging Bolt signature move) Tachyon Cutter – Guaranteed to hit twice in a row …

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Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope DLC 3: Rayman in the Phantom Show Trailer Streamed

Nintendo of America has updated their official Youtube channel with a new trailer for the Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope DLC. The latest trailer features more details about the final DLC pack for the game, which features the return of Rayman. For those who are not aware, the DLC was first shown during last year’s Ubisoft Forward event. The trailer reveals the overall setting of the DLC, which seems to take the Rabbids on a television recording set and also reveals that The Phantom from Mario + Rabbids Kingdom…

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Castlevania: Nocturne Trailer Streamed

Earlier this morning, Netflix released the first full trailer for Castlevania: Nocturne. For those who are not aware, the series will be a follow-up to the original 2017 Castlevania Netflix series. Unlike the original series, Castlevania: Nocturne will focus on Richter Belmont and Maria Renard. Both characters made their debut in Castlevania: Rondo of Blood, which is also known as “Demon Castle Dracula X: Reincarnation of Blood in Japan. The game was first released exclusively in Japan for the PC Engine CD in 1993. A remake of the game known as Castlevania: Dracula X was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995. The…

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