Samuel Tolbert
Samuel Tolbert is a freelance gaming writer who started working for iMore and its sister sites Windows Central and Android Central in July 2019. He handles news, previews, reviews, and exclusive original reporting, and has also been featured on TechRadar. With a background studying engineering before he shifted his focus to gaming journalism, he's skilled at identifying technical advantages and disadvantages provided by different hardware. If he’s not writing something, he’s off playing video games, spending time with his pets, exercising, or reading. He's also fond of trying to draw things with his iPad. While it’s probably easier to point out the genres he doesn’t enjoy, he has a particular interest in real-time strategy, role-playing games, and big-budget horror titles. He's also particularly fond of Bayonetta and Metroid. You can follow him on Twitter @samueltolbert.
Latest articles by Samuel Tolbert
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Metroid Dread for Nintendo Switch review: A gorgeous return to form for Samus
By Samuel Tolbert published
Metroid Dread provides a stellar continuation of Samus' story. With excellent gameplay and visuals, there's only a handful of dated design ideas that keep it from being truly perfect.
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Metroid retrospective: A history of the franchise
By Samuel Tolbert published
Metroid is one of the longest-running franchises at Nintendo, with a long history of ups and downs. With our Metroid retrospective, we take a look at each game and what it brought to the series.
![Nintendo Switch Oled Model In Dock](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EzfXn2csVUgntMq5adJVUd-320-80.jpg)
Is Nintendo's OLED Model the same as the Switch Pro?
By Samuel Tolbert published
The announcement of the Nintendo Switch OLED Model has led to a bit of confusion for some people. Is the Nintendo Switch OLED Model the same as the Switch Pro?
![Kingdom Hearts Switch Image](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jELZ2gQm528T9WYPx5uEuJ-320-80.jpg)
Kingdom Hearts games headed to Nintendo Switch via Cloud streaming
By Samuel Tolbert published
The Kingdom Hearts games are coming to the Nintendo Switch. They won't be native ports but instead are playable through Nintendo Switch Cloud streaming.
![Metroid Dread Hero](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ki9iWNiAAPZeP4VWVmY8EC-320-80.jpg)
Metroid Dread for Nintendo Switch: Trailers, release date, and everything we know so far
By Samuel Tolbert published
Metroid Dread, against all odds, really is happening. Here's everything you need to know about Metroid Dread for Nintendo Switch.
![Nintendo Switch Oled Model Back](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UYo6YQaDsDD4rqbqpyUgmV-320-80.jpg)
Nintendo reportedly asks external developers to design games that support 4K
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
![Bayonetta 3 New Look](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RxAaJ6jGwbJ3aSKa5qZxfX-320-80.jpg)
Everything announced at the September 2021 Nintendo Direct
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Nintendo has plenty of games for the Nintendo Switch in its pipeline over the next year. Here's everything announced at the September 2021 Nintendo Direct.
![Bayonetta 3 Queen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nsX94M76Hi4McwjjztdgFa-320-80.jpg)
Bayonetta 3 gets 2022 release window on Nintendo Switch
By Samuel Tolbert published
Bayonetta 3 is finally coming. In addition to a new gameplay trailer, PlatinumGames shared that Bayonetta 3 is scheduled to arrive in 2022.
![Project Triangle Strategy Village](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bbNSWKVsbEtDjSiX8jtieR-320-80.jpg)
Project Triangle Strategy is called Triangle Strategy, arrives in March 2022
By Samuel Tolbert published
Project Triangle Strategy, an upcoming turn-based game from Square Enix, has a final title of Triangle Strategy. The game is set to launch on March 4, 2022.
![Mario Hero](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q67fyfxLv6gDp3PxKq9FYg-320-80.jpg)
How to watch the Nintendo Direct on September 23
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo is bring a new Nintendo Direct for fans to enjoy, with 40 minutes of updates and reveals. Here's how to watch the Nintendo Direct on September 23 and what to expect.
![Pokemon Legends Arceus Player And Bidoof](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3hAHkL9zbDdMndQHSi2XfU-320-80.jpg)
How to watch the Pokémon Direct on August 18
By Samuel Tolbert published
The next Nintendo Direct presentation is a Pokémon Presents, with details on multiple upcoming Pokémon games. Here's how to watch the Pokémon Direct on August 18.
![New Pokemon Snap Update](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cFXM5XmgCkVNF3gLKEZvAa-320-80.jpg)
New Pokémon Snap is getting a free update with new areas in August
By Samuel Tolbert published
New Pokémon Snap is getting a free update on August 3, adding three new areas for players to romp through while trying to get photos of the 20 new Pokémon.
![Pokemon Unite](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5eHBXWAEVjsM7d4UEhvk5f-320-80.jpg)
Pokémon Unite Nintendo Switch release date set for July 21 with Zeraora as a bonus
By Samuel Tolbert published
Pokémon Unite is a MOBA title from The Pokémon Company and TiMi Studios. It's coming to Nintendo Switch on July 21, 2021 and anyone who jumps in at launch will get a bonus Pokémon.
![Nintendo Switch Oled Model](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2rtqKyYbAA9HJyRG4sknLK-320-80.jpg)
Nintendo Switch OLED model revealed, coming in October for $350
By Samuel Tolbert published
At last, the long-rumored Nintendo Switch Pro has been revealed and it's called the Nintendo Switch OLED. This model hosts a variety of improvements and is set to arrive in October.
![Breath Of The Wild Sequel Zelda Link](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w6bAqxQGRy4YHQBDWfY9Xb-320-80.jpg)
Nintendo reportedly has a slate of 'marquee game releases' coming in the next fiscal year
By Samuel Tolbert published
![Spiritfarer Image](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uEQSSPSNpZkHWqP3gQyjVg-320-80.jpg)
Spiritfarer update roadmap details more story, characters for your underworld journey
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Thunder Lotus Games, the developers of Spiritfarer, shared today that three new updates are coming throughout 2021. These updates are free and add new spirits, story content and more.
![Project Triangle Strategy](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ADWpSfSy96fsBoJcvZzbRH-320-80.jpg)
How to download the Project Triangle Strategy demo for Nintendo Switch
By Samuel Tolbert published
After an exciting reveal for the new 2D RPG from Square Enix, Nintendo also shared a demo that fans can try right now. Here's how to download the Project Triangle Strategy demo for Nintendo Switch.
![Splatoon](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hU5x2Q2CzKQpdQ7angeNbe-320-80.jpg)
Splatoon 3 announced for Nintendo Switch, releasing in 2022
By Samuel Tolbert published
Splatoon 3 is real and it's coming to the Nintendo Switch in 2022. The announcement trailer was the final reveal for Nintendo's February 2021 Nintendo Direct.
![Project Triangle Strategy](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ADWpSfSy96fsBoJcvZzbRH-320-80.jpg)
Project Triangle Strategy announced for Nintendo Switch, demo available later today
By Samuel Tolbert published
Project Triangle Strategy is a new 2D tactical RPG coming to the Nintendo Switch. Developed by Square Enix, a demo is releasing later today for players to check out and give the developers feedback.
![Nintendo Direct February](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rVoiYuKLFTxUvh3VeQsmLX-320-80.jpg)
How to watch the Nintendo Direct on February 17
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo is finally bringing a full showcase of games and updates for fans to check out, with a 50-minute Direct incoming. Here's how to watch the Nintendo Direct on February 17.
![Crash Bandicoot 4 Lava](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dFz2fqQTsqvzSU6rJxRt5M-320-80.jpg)
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time arrives on Nintendo Switch on March 12
By Samuel Tolbert published
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time is hitting Nintendo Switch on March 12! The new entry in the iconic platforming franchise was first released for Xbox One and PS4 back on October 2, 2020.
![Animal Crossing New Horizons How To Upgrade Resident Services](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pNaRu6VdA34MiCJ55VmRiJ-320-80.jpg)
Animal Crossing: New Horizons crosses 31 million copies sold, per Nintendo financials
By Samuel Tolbert published
![Bayonetta 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vGCLQCP2kR3HSirLCKzAqg-320-80.jpg)
Kamiya says fans should 'reset and forget' about Bayonetta 3 until a new update
By Samuel Tolbert published
In a new interview, Kamiya from PlatinumGames has indicated that fans should "reset and forget" about Bayonetta 3 for now and just wait for a new update.
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