Rebecca Spear
Gaming aficionado Rebecca Spear is iMore's dedicated gaming editor with a focus on Nintendo Switch and iOS gaming. You’ll never catch her without her Switch or her iPad Air handy. Rebecca has written thousands of articles in the last six years including hundreds of extensive gaming guides and reviews for Switch and Apple Arcade. She also loves checking out new gaming accessories like iPhone controllers and has her ear to the ground when it comes to covering the next big trend. Some of her favorite franchises are Zelda, Pokémon, and Fire Emblem. When she isn't gaming or serving as a couch for her affectionate corgi and cuddly kitty, Rebecca can be found digitally drawing with her iPad and Apple Pencil while watching Apple TV. If you talk to her while she’s drawing, get ready to hear all about Adobe Fresco and Photoshop cause they are some of her most used programs. She also loves attending comic conventions while cosplaying as her favorite video game characters and purchasing gaming collectibles. On hot summer days, you’ll find her swimming at the local river with her corgi, Penny.
Latest articles by Rebecca Spear
Animal Crossing: New Horizons — How to use Creator IDs, Design IDs, and QR Codes
By Rebecca Spear published
Animal Crossing: New Horizons allows you to scan QR codes affiliated with fan-made furniture and clothing designs. Here's how to get these creations into your game.
Super Mario 3D All-Stars: How to find all 120 Stars in Super Mario 64
By Rebecca Spear published
There are hundreds of Stars hidden around and throughout Princess Peach's castle in Super Mario 64. Here's where you'll find them all.
Nintendo recap: BotW 2 gets official name and release date, GoldenEye and other N64 games coming to Switch
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Several games were announced for Switch during this week's Nintendo Direct. Among them was The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom as well as the release date.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom — Preorders, release date, and everything we know so far about BotW 2
By Rebecca Spear published
Tears of the Kingdom is the official sequel to Breath of the Wild. Link takes to the skies and develops brand new powers as he works to save Hyrule once more.
How to "gameshare" on Nintendo Switch
By Rebecca Spear last updated
The Xbox Series X and the PS5 both allow players to share games with friends. But can you do that on Nintendo Switch?
How to preorder The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
By Rebecca Spear published
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (a.k.a. BotW 2) has Link exploring a world above Hyrule. It's currently available for preorder.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons — How to become best friends
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a very social game. If you want to get the most out of the multiplayer aspects, it helps to become best friends with another player. Here's how to do that.
Splatoon 3 weapon tier list: Best choices for every class
By Rebecca Spear published
In order to play effectively, you want to have a good weapon. Check out all of the weapons that Splatoon 3 has to offer and see which ones are better than the rest.
Nintendo Direct live: All the games and news from the September 2022 event as it happens
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Live Will there be fresh Zelda news? More Metroid morsels? Follow along with us live for the Nintendo Direct news as it streams.
What is Nintendo Switch Cloud Streaming and how does it work?
By Rebecca Spear published
The Nintendo Switch offers so many fun games to play, but it doesn't have the power to run more graphically intensive games. That's where Cloud Streaming comes in handy.
Super Mario 3D All-Stars: How to turn on two-player Co-Star Mode in Super Mario Galaxy
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Super Mario Galaxy isn't a full on two-player game as only one person can play as Mario, but you can have someone control the Star cursor while you play. Here's how to set up Co-Star mode.
Pokémon Sword and Shield: How to get Pokémon with Hidden Abilities
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Trying to get super powerful Pokemon with Hidden Abilities? There's only one way to do that in Sword and Shield.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons hair — All hairstyles and hair colors
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Show off your personal style with these unlockable hair styles and hair colors.
Splatoon 3 story mode guide: Tips, tricks, and info for the solo campaign
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Looking for a challenge while playing Splatoon 3 solo? The story mode, or hero mode, allows you to run through levels and test your skills.
When is the next Nintendo Direct?
By Samuel Tolbert, Rebecca Spear last updated
Ready for the next big announcement from Nintendo? Here's what you need to know!
Splatoon 3 multiplayer guide: How to play matches with friends
By Rebecca Spear published
Looking to play Splatoon 3 with your friends? There are a few ways to set up games with your buddies.
Nintendo recap: Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet can Auto Battle without player input
By Rebecca Spear published
Nintendo recap Plus, Mario Kart Tour is getting rid of a controversial feature.
Here's how to unlock Gooigi and 2-player co-op in Luigi's Mansion 3
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Wanting to play through Luigi's Mansion 3's main story mode with a buddy? You're going to have to unlock 2-player co-op first. Here's how to do it.
Here's how to beat every boss in Luigi's Mansion 3
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Having some trouble beating those pesky spooks in Luigi's Mansion 3? Read this guide to see what each one's weaknesses are.
Best cross platform play games for Nintendo Switch 2024
By Rebecca Spear, Casian Holly last updated
Looking to find which Switch games have cross-platform support? We have you covered.
Nintendo recap: Direct with Zelda games Wind Waker and Twilight Princess rumored for September
By Rebecca Spear published
This week's Nintendo news features a new Pokémon reveal for Scarlet and Violet, rumors of a Zelda-focused September Direct, and more.
Pokémon Sword and Shield: How to delete your game and start over
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Wanting to play Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield again? Here's how to delete your game files and start over.
Super Mario 3D World Stars and Stamps guide: How to get all 380 Green Stars and 85 Stamps
By Rebecca Spear published
It can be tricky finding all 380 Green Stars in Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury, but we're here to help. Don't forget to grab all 85 Stamps along the way as well.
PowerA MOGA XP5-i Plus Bluetooth Controller for iOS review: Perfect for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV gaming
By Rebecca Spear published
The PowerA MOGA XP5-i Plus was created specifically for iOS. It offers a comfortable gaming controller along with an adjustable iPhone mount for a great experience!
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