We’ll Never See the Artwork from These 12 Pokemon Cards Again (Here’s Why)

Today, Pokemon card artwork is carefully reviewed before it’s released. This means you can generally trust that modern cards meet the Pokemon Company’s standards. However, older cards from the 1990s and early 2000s didn’t go through the same process, and some featured designs that are now considered inappropriate. Throughout Pokemon’s history, 12 cards have had their artwork censored or completely removed from circulation. Interestingly, one Pokemon and one gym leader appear on multiple cards with problematic art. Here’s a look at every banned or censored Pokemon card and the reasons behind it.

5 Obscure Batman Villains Who Need Modern Revamps

It’s rare to find a villain as iconic as the Riddler, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t many other deserving characters who deserve more attention. Batman’s most famous foes are so compelling because so many talented creators have consistently reimagined them. There are plenty of other interesting villain ideas that could be just as great if given the same care and attention. We’re highlighting five lesser-known Batman villains who deserve a modern update.

New Nintendo Switch Online Game Gets Fixed After Broken Release

Since being added to Nintendo Switch Online, Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness has been experiencing crashes for some players. While the game can be restarted quickly, these crashes unfortunately cause lost save data, meaning players could lose hours of progress and be forced to begin the game from the start.

Why Is This Terrible Nintendo DS Game From 18 Years Ago Still One of Metacritic’s Top-Ranked Games?

The unexpected popularity of Cory in the House among highly-rated games is pretty amusing. Originally released almost twenty years ago, this TV show tie-in game was largely overlooked until it recently became an internet sensation, climbing to the top of Metacritic’s user rankings. Let’s explore why Cory in the House has made a comeback and what that tells us about gaming culture today.

Gundam Unmasks Classic Villain in Surprise Reveal

Similar to iconic masked villains like Zechs and Char, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED featured Rau Le Creuset, who concealed his identity as a clone with connections to the Da Flaga family. Like the forces led by Char in previous Gundam series, Le Creuset and the PLANT organization worked together to empower “Coordinators.” Though fans caught a glimpse of his face during the show, a new trading card from the upcoming Mobile Suit Gundam Arsenal Base BOOSTER PACK [Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Series Vol. 3] reveals his full appearance, which you can view below.