From Charizard to Mimikyu: NPR staff's favorite Pokémon memories on Pokémon Day
The original Pokémon games came out 27 years ago. Trainers across the world now celebrate the date as Pokémon Day.
Games & Humor
'Wait Wait' for Feb. 25, 2023: 25th Anniversary Spectacular!
To celebrate 25 years of Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! we're taking some time off to relive our favorite moments from the past two-and-a-half decades
Twitch star Kai Cenat can't stop won't stop during a 30-day stream
Kai Cenat shot to the top of Twitch with his unique blend of pranks, skits, and hijinks. His success comes after he was briefly banned from the platform.
'PlayStation VR2' Review: A strong foundation with a questionable future
The PS VR2 enables gorgeous games like the post-apocalyptic 'Horizon Call of the Mountain.' But it may not appeal beyond a high-tech niche.
'Company of Heroes 3' deserves a spot in any war game fan's library
'Company of Heroes 3' offers engaging and frenetic multiplayer gameplay, but its single-player campaigns will have you wishing for more.
'Wait Wait' for Feb. 18, 2023: With Not My Job guest Rosie Perez
Rosie Perez is a cultural icon, from Do the Right Thing to her new role on Showtime's Your Honor. She's done it all, but can she answer our questions about advice columnists?
'Like a Dragon: Ishin!' Review: An epic samurai tale leaves Japan for the first time
It took nearly a decade for a samurai spin-off of the popular 'Yakuza' franchise to get remade and translated for international audiences. It's got drama, heart, and whimsy to spare.
'Wild Hearts' Review: Monster hunting under construction
Wild Hearts' is a roaring success, especially for newcomers to the beast-slaying subgenre.
Prepare to catch'em all at Pokémon GO's enormous event in Las Vegas
'Pokémon GO' is hosting a huge in-person event in Las Vegas, complete with limited-edition Pokémon to catch.
The FTC went after Fortnite. Now, the video game industry is on watch
The Federal Trade Commission accused Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, of violating child privacy laws and using questionable billing practices.