Skario Kart – Mario Kart 64 Inspired Ska Album
Fans of Mario Kart likely have a lot of nostalgia for Mario Kart 64. While not the first entry in the series, Mario Kart 64 is definitely the most influential. Not only did it introduce Mario Kart into the world of 3D, but it also set the template for any proceeding kart racers. One aspect of the game, that is often overlooked, is its soundtrack. The music has a distinct feel and is distinguishabl...[Read More]
Nintendo eShop New Year Sale 2022
Nintendo is kicking off 2022 with a selection of Nintendo Switch titles on sale. These range from first-party titles, indie titles, as well as Triple-A releases. There’s a little something for everyone, with discounts ranging from 30% to 80% off MSRP.
Game Of The Year 2021 – MaroonersRock Picks
On It’s that time of the year again; Game of The Year. The joyous occasion where the gaming industry takes a deep look at new releases from the following year and determines their favorites. We here at Marooner’s Rock have varying tastes and preferences on gaming. That’s why we thought it would be fun to spotlight staff’s top pick for the year, as well as take a vote on our staff’s overall top 5 g...[Read More]
Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX Nintendo Switch Code Giveaway!
Life simulators are all the rage! Koei Tecmo’s immensely popular Monster Rancher franchise has been a fan favorite for over 20 years. In early December of this year, Tecmo released an updated remaster of the first two titles. Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX released globally on Nintendo Switch, PC, and Apple App Store. Marooner’s Rocks’ own Anthony Son reviewed the Nintendo Switch p...[Read More]
Tetris 99 Maximus Cup X Mario Party – Starts Friday
Last month, Nintendo graced Tetris 99 players with its 26th Maximus Cup event. That cup featured a Metroid Dread theme, advertising the game’s recent release. This event continues Nintendo’s trend of launching a special Maximus Cup to commemorate big first-party releases. On December 9th, the 27th Maximus Cup will feature a special unlockable theme stylized after Mario Party Superstars...[Read More]
Nintendo eShop Cyber Monday Deals Revealed!
With Black Friday right around the corner, many online retailers have had week-long deals. We covered both Microsoft and Sony’s Black Friday sales earlier this month. Nintendo officially revealed their “Cyber Deals” eShop sale, which has officially kicked off today!
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy (PS5) Review
Fans of Marvel and its many properties are aware of the company’s exponential growth. Marvel’s success has skyrocketed since being purchased by Disney in 2009. The brand has found massive success branching away from its comic roots, and exploring other forms of media. The massively successful line of cinematic films, dubbed the MCU, has made Marvel into a household name. Their multitud...[Read More]
Shin Megami Tensei V Now Available on Nintendo Switch
One of Atlus’s most prized franchises is Shin Megami Tensei. Since its 1992 debut on the Super Famicom, this Persona spinoff has become a juggernaut in the role-playing scene. Releasing back in 2016 for the Nintendo 3DS, the last mainline entry in the series was Apocolypse. JRPG fans can rejoice, as the wait is finally over. Releasing today exclusively on Nintendo Switch, the long-awaited Sh...[Read More]
Kena: Bridge of Spirits (PS5) Review
Last year during PlayStation’s Future of Gaming event, Ember Lab unveiled their first-ever title. Having a background in creating animated commercials and shorts, Ember Lab’s first game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, showcased incredibly well. The reveal trailer impressed many, by displaying a visually robust atmosphere in what looked to be a sprawling action-adventure. Initially slated for a lat...[Read More]
Grand Theft Auto The Trilogy Definitive Edition – Reveal
What’s old is new again! Many games of the past have been returning for a modern audience. Many take the form of an HD remake or remaster. For months there have been rumors of an upcoming remake for the first three, fully 3D Grand Theft Auto games. While Rockstar Games have remained silent on the subject, the cat’s finally out of the bag. Rockstar has officially confirmed Grand Theft A...[Read More]
Switch is Bananas – Nintendo Download 9/30
Coming hot off the heels of last week’s Nintendo Direct, The Big N returns with another packed Nintendo Download. From Super Monkey Ball or Castlevania to Pac-Man or Xevious, this is your Nintendo Download for September 30th, 2021.
Toodee and Topdee (PC) Review
I first caught wind of Toodee and Topdee at last year’s Gamescom Indie Arena booth. Developer dietzribi’s concept of combining 2D side-scrolling platforming sections, with puzzle sentric top-down block pushing, sounded incredibly unique. While both block pushers and platformers have been around for ages, the idea of mashing them up really peaked my interest. So much so, that I even took the time t...[Read More]