Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime joined GameStop’s board of directors last year. It appears that he won’t be holding on to that role for very long, however.

According to GameStop’s latest SEC filing, Reggie as well as several others are expected to retire from the board at the retailer’s 2021 Annual Meeting. “The contemplated retirements are not because of a disagreement with us on any matter relating to our operations, policies or practices,” the notice states. The upcoming meeting will take place in June.

Reggie had been fully dedicated to Nintendo from the end of 2003 through the middle of 2019. Despite retiring from the company, he has still been active in many other ways. Aside from his stint with GameStop, Reggie joined the board of directors for the New York Videogame Critics Circle, become a strategic advisor at Rogue Games, and more.

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Video: Banjo & Kazooie, Terry, and Byleth amiibo unboxing

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Three new amiibo are dropping later this week with Banjo & Kazooie, Terry, and Byleth. View an unboxing video showing off the full set below.

The Banjo & Kazooie, Terry, and Byleth amiibo arrive on March 26.

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Amazon kicks off its own buy 2, get 1 free sale on games and more

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Update (3/22): Amazon’s lineup has indeed slowly started to update, and now includes games like Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville, Crash Bandicoot 4, Astral Chain, and more. Check out the sale page here.

Original (3/21): Usually when Target hosts a buy 2, get 1 free sale, Amazon follows suit. That has again taken place with both retailers. After Target begin its sale earlier today, Amazon just now started offering a similar deal.

The lineup of items is slowly being updated, but it includes games, movies, music, and a bunch of other categories. We recommend keeping an eye on the Amazon sale page here – which currently has over 1,000 items across all products – in the days ahead.

Target’s buy 2, get 1 free deal lasts through March 27. The same likely applies to Amazon as well.

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Super Nintendo World is hiding a few Easter eggs, including an autograph from Shigeru Miyamoto

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If you happen to stop by Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan, you may come across a little Easter egg from Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto. The theme park’s Mario Kart ride has a huge painting of Bowser, and Miyamoto himself signed the piece.

Tom Geraghty, senior director of technology and innovation for Universal Creative, shared the backstory of how the autograph happened during a recent press event. As relayed by GameSpot:

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Nintendo Minute – “Monster Hunter Rise Collector’s Edition Unboxing”

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This week’s episode of Nintendo Minute has gone live. In today’s video, Kit and Krysta unbox the Monster Hunter Rise Collector’s Edition. Check out the full episode below.

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2021 World Video Game Hall of Fame finalists announced

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The Strong will again be inducting new games into the World Video Game Hall of Fame. Today, the twelve finalists were revealed, including the original Animal Crossing.

The full lineup is as follows:

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Sony acquires Evo fighting tournament, Nintendo shares comment

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Sony has announced that it has acquired Evo, “the world’s largest and longest-running fighting game tournament.” Despite the event now becoming a part of PlayStation, there may not be a whole lot of changes.

Evo Online 2021 has been announced, and it will feature some of the usual suspects. The lineup includes Mortal Kombat 11, Tekken 7, Street Fighter V: Championship Edition, and Guilty Gear Strive. Other titles will be announced soon.

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Gamescom 2021 hybrid event detailed, Opening Night Live happening on August 24

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Gamescom 2021 has long been designed as a hybrid event. Originally, those initial plans were confirmed last September. Additional details were provided today.

Here’s the full rundown:

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Hot Wheels Mario Kart Rainbow Road Raceway revealed

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Hot Wheels has had a few Nintendo collaborations in the past, and that partnership is continuing with a new Mario Kart product. As revealed by an Amazon listing, Hot Wheels Mario Kart Rainbow Road Raceway will launch in May.

The Amazon page actually doesn’t have much in terms of actual information. However, based on official photos, you’ll be able to race with Mario, Luigi, Peach, Yoshi, and King Boo down the Rainbow Road-inspired track. Lakitu is also hanging out at the front of the course.

Here’s a closer look:

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Nintendo apparently closing its support forums after more than a decade

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After more than a decade, Nintendo’s official support forums appear to be shutting down.

Certain posters, who Nintendo has recognized as “top members”, are allegedly receiving an early notice about the closure via email. It mentions that an announcement will be made “in the coming days”. These members are also entitled to a free download code for a game from Nintendo thanks to their prior assistance and dedication.

Below are a couple of excerpts from the email: