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
Nintendo agrees to acquire Luigi's Mansion 3 developer Next Level Games
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo has agreed to acquire Next Level Games, a longtime partner studio who most recently worked on Luigi's Mansion 3. The deal is expected to close on March 1, 2021.
We get a first look at the return of Harvest Moon with Harvest Moon: One World
By Samuel Tolbert published
The next entry in the Harvest Moon franchise is Harvest Moon: One World. Check out the new trailer that dives into just what kinds of improvements and features players can expect.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Sephiroth release date set for December 22, but you can unlock him early
By Samuel Tolbert published
Sephiroth is coming to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on December 22. You can unlock him before then however, if you've got the skills to complete a special challenge.
Here are the winners from the Game Awards 2020
By Samuel Tolbert published
Well, it was a night of surprises and snubs, but it was still one of the biggest nights in gaming. Here are all the winners from this years' Game Awards.
Doom Eternal releasing for Nintendo Switch on December 8
By Samuel Tolbert published
At long last, Doom Eternal is coming to the Nintendo Switch. This portable version of the game is set to release on December 8, available directly from the Nintendo eShop.
Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course delayed to 2021 due to pandemic
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo shares fiscal Q2 2021 financial results, Nintendo Switch sales cross 63 million consoles sold
By Samuel Tolbert published
The Outer Worlds on Nintendo Switch is getting a patch to improve the visuals on October 21
By Samuel Tolbert published
Obsidian Entertainment RPG The Outer Worlds is getting a patch for the Nintendo Switch version that is set to improve the visual quality in multiple ways. This patch is set to release on October 21.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Minecraft Steve and Alex release date set for October 13
By Samuel Tolbert published
The next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate fighter is being revealed on October 1
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The next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighter is Steve from Minecraft
By Samuel Tolbert published
The newest fighter for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has been revealed. It's none other than Steve from Minecraft!
Nintendo is reportedly working on an improved 4K capable Nintendo Switch for 2021
By Samuel Tolbert published
According to a report from Bloomberg, Nintendo is investigating offering an improved Nintendo Switch for release in early 2021. This model of Nintendo Switch might even be 4K capable.
Is Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout coming to Nintendo Switch?
By Samuel Tolbert published
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout has become a smash hit on PC and PS4, but many fans are wondering: is Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout coming to Nintendo Switch?
Nintendo shares Q1 results, Animal Crossing: New Horizons has sold over 20 million copies
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo has shared its financial results for Q1 of fiscal year 2021. Animal Crossing: New Horizons has sold over 20 million copies and operating profit rose a mind-boggling 427.7% year-over-year.
Pikmin 3 Deluxe announced for Nintendo Switch and set to release on October 30
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo has announced Pikmin 3 Deluxe for the Nintendo Switch. This remaster includes all previously released DLC and some new side content. It's set to release on October 30.
Pokémon GO gets Safari Zone Montreal in September
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
The Safari Zone Montreal event has been announced for Pokémon GO. This ticketed event will take place in September, with pricing information coming at a later date.
A Nintendo Treehouse on July 10 will bring gameplay for Paper Mario: The Origami King and a new Wayforward game
By Samuel Tolbert published
A new Nintendo Treehouse is coming on July 10 at 10:00 a.m. PT. This presentation will feature gameplay for Paper Mario: The Origami King and a new title from Wayforward.
Here are all the game events to check out in place of E3 this year
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
E3 2020 isn't happening but plenty of other events are taking place, showing new games, next-generation tech and more. Here are all the game events to check out in place of E3 this year.
Min Min from Arms joins Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on June 26
By Samuel Tolbert published
Pokémon Presents showcase coming tomorrow
By Samuel Tolbert published
A Pokémon Presents stream is coming tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. PT. This stream will likely contain new details on The Isle of Armor DLC.
Pokémon Sword and Shield kicks off a Gigantamax Eevee event today
By Samuel Tolbert published
You can grab Gigantamax Eevee in Pokémon Sword and Shield for a limited time thanks to a new event. This event will run through may 25.
Paper Mario: The Origami King announced for Nintendo Switch, set to release on July 17
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo has announced Paper Mario: The Origami King for Nintendo Switch. This new game brings fantastic paper worlds to explore and is set to release on July 17, 2020.
Nintendo lawyers file copyright complaint against Super Mario 64 PC fan project
By Samuel Tolbert published
A Super Mario 64 PC fan port showed up earlier this year, touting impressive upgrades like 4K support. Unsurprisingly, this project is now receiving copyright complaints from Nintendo lawyers.
Nintendo Switch sales cross 55 million units sold as of March 2020
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo gave updates sales figures for the Nintendo Switch in its latest financial earnings report. The Nintendo Switch has now sold over 55 million units, as of March 2020.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons has sold over 11 million copies as of March
By Samuel Tolbert published
During Nintendo's financial report for the end of the fiscal year, some updates sales figures were revealed. Animal Crossing: New Horizons has sold over 11 million copies.
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