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After 40 Years, Heroes Comic Books Moving to a New Campbell Location
Heroes Comic Books, a long-standing comic shop in Campbell, will relocate in June 2026 after over 40 years at its current location. The move to a new site within Campbell is driven by business growth and the need for more space. The store will continue to operate at its original address during the transition and will participate in Free Comic Book Day.
SQUARE ENIX TO OPEN PERMANENT CAFE & SHOP LOCATIONS IN LOS ANGELES AND SHINJUKU, TOKYO
SQUARE ENIX will open permanent cafe and merchandise shop locations in Los Angeles and Shinjuku, Tokyo, in Spring 2026. These locations will feature menu items inspired by various SQUARE ENIX intellectual properties and sell official merchandise, marking the first official SQUARE ENIX cafe in the U.S.
GTA 6 Trailer: Animal Spotters Go Wild Over Every Frame... | TAG
This article rounds up several gaming news items, including detailed fan analysis of the Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer's wildlife, a surprise sale on Nintendo Switch games at Costco, and Microsoft's ongoing decisions regarding Xbox Game Pass content. It also covers updates for Arc Raiders, a BAFTA controversy involving the indie game The Quiet Things, a new Minecraft mod for building vehicles, a Nintendo pop-up store in London, and various announcements from Hollywood's E3 week, alongside a Pokémon event guide and award winners from the BAFTA Games Awards.
A Surprise Nintendo Pop-Up Store Has Arrived In London
Nintendo has opened a surprise pop-up store within an Argos location in London, featuring a wide array of merchandise including plushies, games, and accessories. The store also stocks items like amiibo and merchandise for lesser-represented franchises such as Pikmin and Metroid. A store employee indicated the pop-up will remain for an extended period.
Nintendo secretly opened a dedicated London store and didn’t tell anyone
Nintendo has secretly opened a new, permanent "Nintendo Experience Zone" store in London, located inside an Argos on Tottenham Court Road. Unlike a previous pop-up store, this new location offers a wide range of merchandise from various Nintendo franchises, including Super Mario, Pokémon, and The Legend of Zelda. The store's duration is unconfirmed, but it is expected to remain open for several months.
Surprise! Nintendo launches new pop-up store in London
Nintendo has launched a limited-time pop-up store called the Nintendo Experience Zone within an Argos store on Tottenham Court Road in London. The store offers a variety of Nintendo games, consoles, accessories, and merchandise from franchises like Mario, Zelda, Pokémon, and more. This initiative is a partnership between Nintendo and Argos, with the store expected to run for a few months.
UK: Nintendo opened a new London pop-up store
Nintendo has opened a new pop-up store called the Nintendo Experience Zone within an Argos store on Tottenham Court Road in London. The store will be open for a few months and features a wide selection of Nintendo merchandise, including plushies, action figures, and amiibo.
Apple is closing three US stores, including the first to unionize
Apple is closing three US retail stores this summer, including its first location to unionize in Towson, Maryland. The company cited declining conditions at the shopping centers as the reason for the closures. The union representing the Towson workers expressed concerns that the closure is an attempt to bust the union and is exploring legal options.
Which Sausage, Mate? Developer Drops Pre-Launch Survival Guide for Steam Release
Developer koksjusz has released a pre-launch survival guide for their upcoming Steam release, 'Which Sausage, Mate?'. The game simulates the harsh realities of working in a Polish convenience store, featuring mechanics like managing finances, dealing with theft, and facing moral choices. The developer emphasizes the game's challenging nature, comparing its progression system to a roguelike where failure leads to unlockable bonuses and new endings.
Ramen Shop in Japan Becomes Official Warhammer Retailer, Owner Is a 'Total Beginner' but Says 'I've Been Immediately Captivated by Its Charm'
A ramen shop in Japan has become an official retailer for Games Workshop's Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: Age of Sigmar miniature wargames. The shop owner, a self-proclaimed beginner to the hobby, expressed immediate captivation with the charm of the Warhammer universe.
Stabbing Incident at Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo Results in Employee Fatality - GameHaunt
A violent stabbing incident occurred at the Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo in Ikebukuro, resulting in the deaths of a female employee in her 20s and the male attacker. The incident took place on Thursday evening during spring break, causing panic among shoppers. Police are investigating, with prior stalking reports filed against the attacker.
VGP Nintendo Switch physical release reprint updates
Canadian retailer VideoGamesPlus (VGP) is actively restocking hard-to-find physical releases for the Nintendo Switch. This post serves as a running tracker for these restock updates, with shipping available to the United States and the UK. Recent restocks include titles from The Legend of Heroes series, Atelier Ryza trilogy, and Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition.
Two Dead After Stabbing At Tokyo Pokemon Center, Including The Attacker
A stabbing incident occurred at the Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo & Pikachu Sweets in Sunshine City, Tokyo, resulting in two deaths, including the attacker. The Pokemon Company has temporarily closed the store and is cooperating with police investigations. The company is prioritizing the well-being of its staff and will announce the reopening date later.
Square Enix Pop-Up Store Appears in Narita Airport
Square Enix is opening a limited-time pop-up store in Terminal 2 of Narita Airport from April 3 to September 27, 2026. The store will feature merchandise from popular franchises including Dragon Quest, Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts, and NieR, with special pilot-themed designs.
I think I've found my gaming mouse heaven but it's on the other side of the world in Tokyo
Pulsar has opened its second Playstore in Tokyo, Japan, located within the Sofmap Akiba PC & Digital Store. The facility allows customers to test a wide variety of Pulsar gaming mice and mousepads, including numerous different SKUs and models.
Nintendo Switch 2 stock won't be a problem at launch, here's why
Nintendo is preparing for high demand for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 by increasing production and implementing measures against scalpers. President Shuntaro Furukawa acknowledged past stock shortages with the original Nintendo Switch and aims to ensure sufficient units are available at launch to meet customer demand and avoid missed sales opportunities.
