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How to Collect Gimmighoul Coins in ‘Pokémon GO’ on iPhone
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How to Collect Gimmighoul Coins in 'Pokémon GO' on iPhone

Nick deCourville · May 26, 2023

Those looking to collect Gimmighoul Coins in “Pokémon GO” will need an additional game to get this elusive ghost.

How to Install OpenEmu and Get Your Retro Gaming Fix on Mac
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How to Install OpenEmu and Get Your Retro Gaming Fix on Mac

Nick deCourville · March 13, 2023

For those that love retro gaming, they may want to know how to install the emulator OpenEmu on their Mac. Here’s how.

How to Redeem ‘Pokemon GO’ Codes on iPhone
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How to Redeem 'Pokemon GO' Codes on iPhone

Nick deCourville · February 20, 2023

While “Pokémon GO” fans may not know this, there are promotional codes the game offers: here’s how to redeem them on iPhone.

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Playing Games with the Mac – TMO Daily Observations 2023-02-08

Playing Games with the Mac - TMO Daily Observations 2023-02-08

Ken_Ray · February 8, 2023 · Add Comment

Apple says the M-processors have set the company up for a place in the games space. TMO writer Nick deCourville joins Ken to discuss the road from here to Apple being a true player on the gaming landscape.

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Apple Execs Talk Future of Gaming Thanks to M-Series
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Apple Execs Talk Future of Gaming Thanks to M-Series

Nick deCourville · February 7, 2023

Apple Execs Tim Millet and Bob Borchers discuss the future of Apple Gaming in thanks to the M-Series of Apple silicon.

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Super-Apps and Dreamlight Valley – TMO Daily Observations 2022-12-08

Super-Apps and Dreamlight Valley - TMO Daily Observations 2022-12-08

Ken_Ray · December 8, 2022 · Add Comment

TMO writer Nick deCourville brings us two tales of fantasy: The Disney video game Dreamlight Valley is headed to the Mac, and Microsoft is considering a super-app. One of these exposes a few levels of nerd for Ken.

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Google Doodle Allows Users to Create Their Own Game to Celebrate Life of Developer Jerry Lawson
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Google Doodle Allows Users to Create Their Own Game to Celebrate Life of Developer Jerry Lawson

Nick deCourville · December 1, 2022

A new Google Doodle now allows users to create their own games in celebration of the life and work of developer Jerry Lawson.

The Founder of Oculus Builds VR Headset That ‘If You Die in the Game, You Die in Real Life’
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The Founder of Oculus Builds VR Headset That 'If You Die in the Game, You Die in Real Life'

Nick deCourville · November 8, 2022

Oculus founder Palmer Luckey stated that he has built a VR device that will cause players to die in real life if they die in a video game.

‘Pokémon GO’ Celebrates Halloween 2022: What to Expect During Part 2 of the Event
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'Pokémon GO' Celebrates Halloween 2022: What to Expect During Part 2 of the Event

Nick deCourville · October 27, 2022

“Pokémon GO” is celebrating Halloween 2022 with 2 different events: here’s what to expect during the second half.

Microsoft Looking to Expand to Mobile Gaming Through Xbox Mobile Store, Compete with Apple and Google
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Microsoft Looking to Expand to Mobile Gaming Through Xbox Mobile Store, Compete with Apple and Google

Nick deCourville · October 21, 2022

Reports indicate that Microsoft is looking to enter the mobile gaming market through an Xbox mobile store, competing with Apple and Google.

Apple Arcade Receiving Exclusive Version of ‘NBA 2K23’ Featuring New ‘Greatest’ Mode
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Apple Arcade Receiving Exclusive Version of 'NBA 2K23' Featuring New 'Greatest' Mode

Nick deCourville · September 23, 2022

Today Apple has quietly announced that an exclusive version of “NBA 2K23” will be arriving to Apple Arcade in October.

AFC Richmond from ‘Ted Lasso’ Will Be Playable in EA’s New ‘FIFA 23’
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AFC Richmond from 'Ted Lasso' Will Be Playable in EA's New 'FIFA 23'

Nick deCourville · September 21, 2022

EA Sports has announced that AFC Richmond from Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso” will be appearing in the new “FIFA 23”.

‘Pokémon GO’ Brings the ‘Test Your Mettle’ Event: Here’s What Trainers Need to Know
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'Pokémon GO' Brings the 'Test Your Mettle' Event: Here's What Trainers Need to Know

Nick deCourville · September 14, 2022

Today we’re looking at the “Test Your Mettle” event in “Pokémon GO”, here’s everything Trainers need to know.

‘Pokémon GO’ Introducing the Season of Light – Here’s What’s Arriving for Trainers
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'Pokémon GO' Introducing the Season of Light - Here's What's Arriving for Trainers

Nick deCourville · August 31, 2022

Trainers! “Pokémon GO” has announced the new Season of Light, featuring new discoveries and adventures. Here’s what’s arriving in the event.

Sony Plans to Enter Mobile Gaming Market: What This Means for Apple
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Sony Plans to Enter Mobile Gaming Market: What This Means for Apple

Nick deCourville · August 30, 2022

Sony has announced its plans to move into the mobile gaming market through the acquisition of Savage Game Studios. Here’s why this is important for Apple.

Apple Likely No Longer Looking to Acquire Electronic Arts
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Apple Likely No Longer Looking to Acquire Electronic Arts

Nick deCourville · August 26, 2022

Reports indicate that Apple is likely not looking to acquire gaming company Electronic Arts. It would have been Apple’s largest purchase.

Aiming for the Stars: An Interview with Alexander Winn, Creator of ‘TerraGenesis: Operation Landfall’
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Aiming for the Stars: An Interview with Alexander Winn, Creator of 'TerraGenesis: Operation Landfall'

Nick deCourville · August 26, 2022

Today we interviewed Alexander Winn, creator of “TerraGenesis: Operation Landfall” as well as founder and CEO of Edgeworks Entertainment.

The ‘Pokémon GO’ Fest 2022 Final Event is Here: What You Need to Know
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The 'Pokémon GO' Fest 2022 Final Event is Here: What You Need to Know

Nick deCourville · August 24, 2022

The “Pokémon GO” Fest 2022 Final Event is arriving Aug. 27 2022, here’s what you need to know about the eight-hour event.

‘Pokémon GO’ Celebrates the 2022 Pokémon World Championships with New Event, Here’s What’s Included
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'Pokémon GO' Celebrates the 2022 Pokémon World Championships with New Event, Here's What's Included

Nick deCourville · August 17, 2022

“Pokémon GO” is celebrating the Pokémon 2022 World Championships in London, England. New spawns, Research and more will be available.

Galarian Zigzagoon Community Day is Coming in ‘Pokémon GO’: Here’s What You Need to Know
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Galarian Zigzagoon Community Day is Coming in 'Pokémon GO': Here's What You Need to Know

Nick deCourville · August 11, 2022

Galarian Zigzagoon Community Day is coming to “Pokémon GO” Aug. 13, 2022. Here’s what you need to know about the event.

Explore New Worlds with ‘TerraGenesis: Operation Landfall’, Now in the Apple App Store
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Explore New Worlds with 'TerraGenesis: Operation Landfall', Now in the Apple App Store

Nick deCourville · August 11, 2022

The hit space-exploration game gets a sequel with “TerraGenesis: Operation Landfall”, now available in the Apple App Store.

Exploring Four New Games Arriving to Apple Arcade, Including New ‘Bomberman’ and ‘Jetpack Joyride’ Sequel
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Exploring Four New Games Arriving to Apple Arcade, Including New 'Bomberman' and 'Jetpack Joyride' Sequel

Nick deCourville · August 4, 2022

Apple Arcade is brining four new games this month, including a new “Bomberman” and a sequel to fan favorite “Jetpack Joyride”.

Here’s the August Events for ‘Pokémon GO’, Including Global Release of Ultra Beasts
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Here's the August Events for 'Pokémon GO', Including Global Release of Ultra Beasts

Nick deCourville · August 3, 2022

Today we’re looking at the events coming to “Pokémon GO” during August 2022. The largest news being the global arrival of the Ultra Beasts.

‘Clash of Clans’ Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with Alternate-History Documentary, More Surprises
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'Clash of Clans' Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with Alternate-History Documentary, More Surprises

Nick deCourville · August 2, 2022

The mobile-strategy game “Clash of Clans” is celebrating its 10-year anniversary today with a host of in-game and real-world surprises.

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