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Were the McDonald’s Sonic Game Consoles the Best Happy Meal Toy?The article discusses the McDonald's Sega Sonic Game Consoles, released as Happy Meal toys in 2003 and 2004, as potentially the best Happy Meal toy ever. Developed by Fisher-Price, these LCD handheld consoles celebrated games like Sonic Adventure DX: Director's Cut and Super Monkey Ball, featuring various mini-games based on Sonic characters.
Remember the McDonalds Fairy Game Toys?McDonald's released Fairies & Dragons Happy Meal toys in 2007/2008, which included CD-ROMs with PC games developed by Fuel Industries. These desktop companion games, featuring four collectible fairies, are now considered a nostalgic collector's item. The article reflects on the innovation of the promotion and speculates on potential modern-day equivalents.
McDonald’s Japan Chiikawa Happy Meal Toys Can’t Be Resold on Some SitesMcDonald's Japan is launching Chiikawa Happy Meal toys on May 15, 2026, but major resale sites like Mercari and Yahoo Auctions are implementing anti-scalping measures to ban listings until at least June 14, 2026. These platforms cite the high attention and risk of price gouging associated with such popular items, similar to the Nintendo Switch 2 console.- WRUP: Jason Jason is our new town name editionThis week's "What Are You Playing" roundup features staff and community members discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Guild Wars 2, Palia, Red Dead Online, Final Fantasy XIV, World of Warcraft, and Age of Mythology: Retold. A bonus question asks which fast food restaurant they would hypothetically control for petty reasons.
Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred expansion teased in new book!... | TAGA new book titled 'Lord of Hatred' offers an early look at Diablo 4's upcoming expansion, teasing new lore and story elements set in the Skovos Isles. Meanwhile, Limited Run Games is addressing past delays by setting more realistic shipping expectations, potentially pushing some preorders to late 2026. Bungie has also announced a nerf to the powerful Biotoxic Disinjector weapon in Marathon to improve game balance.
Sanrio Suika Game Crossover Returns to McDonald’sThe collaboration between Sanrio's Hello Kitty and the game Suika Game is returning to McDonald's in Japan from April 10 to May 24, 2026. Customers purchasing a Happy Meal can scan a QR code for in-game content, with specific Sanrio characters and toys available in rotating phases throughout the campaign. This event follows a similar summer-themed collaboration held in July 2025.
McDonald’s made a cool controller hack for a universal gaming problemMcDonald's Türkiye has introduced a clever marketing campaign called Archie, a device designed to solve the common gamer frustration of being AFK (away from keyboard). The simple analog stick holder keeps in-game characters moving, preventing mission failures or session kicks during brief breaks. The Archie device is bundled with the Pro Gamer Menu, highlighting convenience for gamers.
McDonald's new 'Archie' device stops you going AFK while you eat a Big MacMcDonald's Türkiye has launched the 'Archie', a controller peripheral designed to prevent players from going AFK during gaming sessions. This device, inspired by the company's golden arches, keeps controllers active by moving the analog sticks, and is being offered as a gift with the 'Pro Gamer Menu'. This initiative is part of McDonald's broader marketing efforts, which previously included a Street Fighter promotion in Japan.- Control IssuesMcDonald's has introduced a new one-finger gadget designed to allow customers to continue playing video games while eating. This accessory aims to enhance the convenience for gamers who also enjoy McDonald's food.
Phasmophobia Haunts Gamers While Mario Gets a Major Upd... | TAGRecent gaming news includes Mario Kart World receiving a patch that nerfs the Lightning Bolt item, a rumored Final Fantasy 9 remake being put on hold, and Amazon offering deals before its Big Spring Sale ends. Additionally, ASUS released the ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial motherboard, Disney is reportedly considering acquiring Epic Games, and a KPop Demon Hunters x McDonald's collaboration is being highlighted. Guides are also available for Crimson Desert's Secret Garden Abyss puzzle and Arc Raiders' Outstanding Balance quest.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie key-chains now at McDonald’s in Happy MealsNintendo is promoting the Super Mario Galaxy Movie with themed Happy Meals at McDonald's. These meals include packaging and keychains featuring characters like Mario, Luigi, Bowser, and Yoshi, alongside a Mario's Big Adventure book.
KPop Demon Hunters 2 may still be a way off yet, but at least we have this new short to quite literally whet our…Sony Pictures Animation and Netflix have announced a sequel to the animated film KPop Demon Hunters, with co-directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans expressing excitement for the characters' next chapter. The announcement coincides with a promotional collaboration with McDonald's featuring combo meals inspired by the film's rival bands.
Mario's New Adventure: Fun Ride, But Is It Worth the Sw... | TAGThis article covers multiple gaming news topics including a review of Super Mario Bros. Wonder Bellabel Park for the Switch 2, the release date and details for Pokemon Champions, Nintendo's decision to cut Switch 2 production, and updates on Crimson Desert, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and Hello Kitty: Island Adventure. It also touches on McDonald's KPop Demon Hunters collaboration, a leak for PlayStation Plus Essential games, Square Enix's top publisher ranking, and warnings about Intel CPU benchmarks.
These Super Mario Galaxy Movie-Themed Donuts Look Absolutely DeliciousKrispy Kreme is releasing officially licensed donuts themed after The Super Mario Bros. Movie in Japan starting April 8. The donuts will feature designs inspired by Mario, Yoshi, Luma, and the Question Block. While initially exclusive to Japan, McDonald's is also offering The Super Mario Bros. Movie-themed Happy Meals in the US starting March 26.
How Roofman Captures the Everyday Character of Charlotte on ScreenThe film Roofman is analyzed as a cinematic portrait of Charlotte, capturing the city's spirit through the true story of Jeffrey Manchester's audacious crimes and subsequent escape. Director Derek Cianfrance and co-writer Kirt Gunn focused on authenticity, using real locations and local residents to create a lived-in texture. The movie balances crime, comedy, and heart, exploring themes of the American dream and belonging.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie's Anya Taylor-Joy Barfed The First Time She Voiced PeachAnya Taylor-Joy, who voices Princess Peach in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, revealed that the intense voice recording sessions for the film caused her to vomit the first time. The article also details the returning and new cast members for the sequel and mentions promotional tie-ins with McDonald's and popcorn buckets.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Toys Arrive In McDonald's Next WeekMcDonald's is releasing a new line of 12 Super Mario Bros. Movie-themed keychains in its Happy Meals across North America starting March 26th. This follows a similar promotion for the first movie in 2023, though past promotions have seen different toy designs in various regions.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie reveals McDonald’s Happy Meal promotionMcDonald's is launching a Happy Meal promotion for The Super Mario Bros. Movie starting March 26, 2026, in the United States, featuring keychains of characters like Mario, Luigi, and Bowser. Similar promotions, including themed packaging and new sauces, have already begun in countries like Brazil. This follows a previous McDonald's partnership for the movie's release.
Mario Returns To McDonald's Happy Meals for Super Mario Galaxy Movie Tie-InMcDonald's is launching a new Happy Meal promotion in the United States on March 26, featuring character keychains tied to the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The promotion includes characters like Mario, Toad, Bowser, Peach, Luigi, Rosalina, and Bowser Jr. This marks another collaboration between McDonald's and Nintendo's Mario franchise, following previous tie-ins for Super Mario Bros. 3, the first movie, and Mario Kart 8.
The Division 2 Breaks Its Steam Record | TAGThe Division 2 has broken its own Steam concurrent player record with over 27,000 players, seven years after its release, likely fueled by Ubisoft's upcoming roadmap. Separately, Resident Evil Requiem is experiencing extremely high demand, selling out physical copies online, and Harlem Globetrotters are getting their first basketball game in two decades. Additionally, Slay the Spire 2 released an update to fix multiplayer bugs, and NetEase is cracking down on match-fixing in Marvel Rivals.