It finally happened!

I was Masuda methoding in Omega Ruby and after the 316 eggs, this happened:

I hatched a shiny Skiddo! I have been doing this on and off for a few months and it was the first egg of the day! RNG is so nice to me sometimes. I don't know if I'll evolve it or keep it as an Skiddo. Either way, I'm a happy man.

Inside Out Movie Review

Pixar’s glorious return!

Back in 2014, Pixar had an unusual 1 year break releasing movies. Low and behold, we’re getting two Pixar movies this year - a first for Pixar! Their first production made it worth the wait…

Plot: Like with Big Hero 6, I’m not spoiling the plot. I will say this; it gets surprisingly deep and can feel sluggish at times IMO.

Characters: The characters are very well written and executed. They all fit their respective role perfectly.

Humor: Inside Out is, like other Pixar movies - very funny. There are jokes that adults and kids will laugh at.

Presentation: Technically, the movie looks fantastic. The voice acting is very well done and full of emotions. *Bud dum tsssh

Verdict: I’m glad Pixar has returned on a high note because Inside Out is amazing. It is a must see for Pixar and/or Disney fans.

Final Score: 9.5/10

Note: Written by Thomas and posted by his Dad per his instructions while he was at camp!

Satoru Iwata Passes Away at 55

Sad day for Nintendo fans. Yesterday, it was confirmed that president Satoru Iwata passed away of bile duct growth. He was only 55. He inspired many memes and looked like he was ageless.

He began work at Hal Laboratory in 1980's and became the 4th president of Nintendo in 2002.

Without him, HAL Laboratory wouldn't be so highly regarded. From creating Earthbound from scratch to adding Kanto to Pokémon Gold/Silver/Crystal, he kicked some serious programming butt. Without him, he'll no longer help with all the phenomenal Nintendo franchises. I send huge condolences to the Iwata family and Nintendo.

Rest in peace, Satoru Iwata. You were a great man.

Vacation Recap + Game Pickups

I'm back! I've been in Montana for the past two weeks and did go game hunting!
First place we went is Hastings in Helena, Montana. Hastings is an entertainment place that sells books, movies, comic books, and of course, video games. The one pickup was:

• Exit DS

The next place we went is Game Pods - also in Helena, Montana. Game Pods is based on an interesting concept - explained the owner, Jesse Hauer. For an hour or more, you can play games on PS4, Xbox One, and Wii U and try them out in store on the respective console. They had games for sale, but it was a small selection.

After a wild goose chase, we came across the largest video game store I've ever seen: Fun Trade. The owner, Gibby Carlascio, said that he closed down all his other locations (we had looked for one of them in Helena - it was closed...) and compiled the whole selection in one location making the store massive!

Seriously! You have to see this store for yourself if you are in Missoula, Montana.

My (hard-to-find) pickups included:

• Chibi Robo: Park Control (DS)
• Electroplankton (DS)
• Mr. Driller: Drill Spirits (DS)
• Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords (DS)
• Super Dodgeball Brawlerts (DS) 

And one, very cool Pokemon Card!

• Blastoise Holo (Base Set)