I might cancel it, but probably not

Did anyone else mainly use wall calendars for checking off video game release dates growing up?

I remember the anticipation, waiting for a big Square RPG, a Capcom action game, or a Nintendo release, whiling away the days until it came out. I still do that on occasion with an app, including the distribution date forPokemon‘s Volcanionin October.

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Yes,Pokemonfever has set in, but I fear I might have gone overboard this time. For science and coverage, I pre-ordered the “Pokemon Z-Ring” — an accessory from toy company Tomy that “lights up and vibrates,” designatingthe new Z-Movesin-game, that went up for sale this week. Because Tomy likes lots of money you’re able to buy and swap “crystals” for different elements. You know you’ve made it when your game has a whole new mechanic designed around selling $30 toys with attachables.

I’m totallyjustdoing this to supplement our review coverage, andnot at allbecause it comes with a 2-inch Pikachu figure.

3DS games for sale

3DS and Wii U credit

Nintendo Switch StreetPass

StreetPass

3DS and Wii U

The Netflix Wii U app

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Pokémon Bank, Transporter and Home logos