'Pokémon Go' just got a major update — including 50 new Pokémon
"Pokémon Go" just got two updates: 50 new Pokémon characters and a new "dynamic weather system."Those who played the "Pokémon Ruby" and "Pokémon Sapphire" video games will recognize the new characters...
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When 2017 began, Nintendo was in a precariously weak position: Its Wii U console had flopped, and its first "Super Mario" game for smartphones was a sales disappointment.But the Nintendo Switch is a...
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When Apple announced its new iPhone in September, the news was overshadowed by a goofy plumber with a bushy mustache and bright blue overalls: Nintendo unveiled its first-ever smartphone game starring...
View ArticleA psychologist explains why we need to 'catch 'em all' in 'Pokémon GO'
New Pokémon will soon be released into the wild, and hordes of players could be back in the streets trying to catch them all. The immensely popular mobile game "Pokémon GO" had people running all over...
View ArticleYou can tone your abs while gaming with this planking device
Stealth is a planking device that combines core workouts and mobile gaming.It works by syncing your phone to the platform which then detects your movements and translates them into gameplay actions.It...
View ArticleNintendo's Super Mario mobile game could rake in millions (AAPL)
This story was delivered to BI Intelligence Apps and Platforms Briefing subscribers. To learn more and subscribe, please click here.Nintendo’s highly anticipated mobile game, Super Mario Run, could...
View ArticleWe played the ridiculous Mario knockoff 'Super Plumber Run' — here's what...
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View Article40 million people downloaded 'Super Mario Run' in its first few days
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View Article'Pokémon Go' is having a big holiday event — here's everything that's happening
'Pokémon Go' is closing out 2016 with a big holiday event, running through Christmas, Hanukkah, and into the first few days of the new year.Without further ado, here's everything that's happening in...
View ArticleThe best iPhone games of 2016
The iPhone is constantly getting new and different games. Some are incredible, and some aren't fun at all. These are the best games that were released in 2016.Follow Tech Insider:On FacebookJoin the...
View ArticleNintendo just announced its next big game coming to iPhone and Android (NTDOY)
"Super Mario Run," the world-famous plumber's first-ever smartphone game, came to the iPhone first, with Android users still waiting their turn. But "Fire Emblem Heroes," Nintendo's long-promised and...
View ArticleThe man behind 'Flappy Bird' is back with a new game
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Nintendo's next major mobile game, which arrives on iOS and Android devices on Thursday, is free. You can download "Fire Emblem Heroes" and play as much as you want as soon as it's available in your...
View ArticlePokémon Go takes $1 billion in less than 7 months
This story was delivered to BI Intelligence Apps and Platforms Briefing subscribers. To learn more and subscribe, please click here.The popular augmented reality (AR) app has generated astounding...
View ArticleHTC sheds light on VR app subscription program
This story was delivered to BI Intelligence Apps and Platforms Briefing subscribers. To learn more and subscribe, please click here.The virtual reality (VR) subscription service HTC unveiled for its...
View ArticleThis new game is like Pokémon GO — but you can catch cash prizes instead
Lots of people have enjoyed running around in the real world catching Pokémon, but what if you were able to catch something a bit more valuable? A new game called "Snatch" lets players collect parcels...
View ArticleChina's app regulations stunt app market
This story was delivered to BI Intelligence Apps and Platforms Briefing subscribers. To learn more and subscribe, please click here.While the initial slowdown of the rate at which mobile gaming apps...
View ArticleGoogle's April Fools' Day trick lets you play 'Ms. Pac-Man' in Google Maps...
Say goodbye to your productivity today — Google added "Ms. Pac-Man" to the Google Maps app in honor of April Fools' Day.It may not be the most original trick — Google did the same thing on the desktop...
View ArticleHere are the best Pokémon for defeating powerful Legendaries in 'Pokémon Go'
Legendary Pokémon are finally coming to "Pokémon Go", more than one year after the game's release.Legendaries such as Mewtwo are extremely rare and powerful Pokémon from the original game series. And...
View Article'Pokémon Go' just got a major update — including 50 new Pokémon
"Pokémon Go" just got two updates: 50 new Pokémon characters and a new "dynamic weather system."Those who played the "Pokémon Ruby" and "Pokémon Sapphire" video games will recognize the new characters...
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