Throughout its four iterations, Super Smash Bros. has changed more than its frame rates. YouTuber Master 0f Hyrule put together a video showing how Mario’s, Donkey Kong’s, Captain Falcon’s and other Smash mainstays’ “Smash” attacks have evolved over the last 16 years.

Minecraft‘s New ‘Exploration’ Update Adds Maps, Mansions, And Llamas

Minecraft just got a big new update on PC and Mac. Titled the Exploration Update, it adds maps that lead you to special (and perilous) treasure locations, an evil counterpart to Villagers called—not joking—“Illagers,” woodland mansion dungeons, and llamas that’ll transport your loot. Here’s a trailer: If you want to know more, check out our…

Over 400 U.S. theaters will screen Spirited Away to celebrate the film’s 15th anniversary from December 4th to 5th. After the screenings, the short comedy Ghiblies: Episode 2 will air.

Meet The Guy Making Arcade Cabinets For Indie Games

Mark Kleback knows that, when gamers think of arcades, they think of ‘80s nostalgia titles like Pac-man and Q*bert. He’s been there—from his Brooklyn workshop, Kleback told Kotaku that he still fondly remembers hours spent railing on his local roller rink’s X-Men cabinet. His vision for the future of arcades is different. Kleback hand-builds arcade cabinets…

Track: Celestial Blues | Artist: Andy Bey | Album: Experience And Judgment Kotaku Soundtrack is a selection of the stuff we’re listening to at the moment.

Now this is cool. The Mini-Famicom’s commercial recreates the original Famicom ad from 1983, big pink puffy sleeves and all. Watch both ads and compare for yourself!