Console Creatures

1 week ago | consolecreatures.com | Bobby Pashalidis

After kicking off April with a dedicated Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo promised a follow-up livestream detailing Mario Kart World. The event kicked off at 9 AM ET and lasted around 15 minutes. Kicking off with a montage of the levels, characters, and power-ups. We learn that there’s a bevy of biomes, from a city to the desert to plains, and once, you can drive everywhere in a connected world, and freely drive between the levels. We see Courses first, which are inspired by the region they’re in.

1 week ago | consolecreatures.com | Bobby Pashalidis

Last month, Bionic Bay left a positive impression on me. For the few hours I spent trying to survive a world covered in rust and death traps, I was impressed by how simple the premise was and how much I was set on getting this nameless character out of his dangerous situation. A mash-up of Limbo, Inside, and Celeste, Bionic Bay’s creators were not hiding that they grew up and were inspired by Super Mario, Mega Man, and TMNT.

1 week ago | consolecreatures.com | Bobby Pashalidis

Sony has increased the price of PlayStation Plus in Canada for all subscribers, and many are unhappy with the notice. The last price hike was in September 2023. In an email sent to subscribers (I received the same notice), Sony says it is increasing the price, saying, “The price for your current PlayStation Plus Extra 12-month subscription will be increased to CAD 189.99.

1 week ago | consolecreatures.com | David Pietrangelo

Nothing says childhood (and let’s be honest…adulthood) like some cool new LEGO sets!Once again, the team has partnered with Star Wars to unveil the latest additions. If you’re a fan of the prequels, animated series, TV shows, and, of course, the live-action films, there will be something here for you on May 4th, 2025. First up is the charming, wacky, and often beloved Chopper. This is one of the premier sets available on May 4th. This white, grey, and orange Astromech measures over 8.5 in.

1 week ago | consolecreatures.com | Bobby Pashalidis

Xbox is celebrating the upcoming release of DOOM: The Dark Ages with a series of new console wraps and controllers. Introducing the Xbox Wireless Controller – DOOM: The Dark Ages Limited Edition, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – DOOM: The Dark Ages Limited Edition, and the Xbox Series X Wrap – DOOM: The Dark Ages Limited Edition.