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
Assassin's Creed The Ezio Collection sneaks on to the Nintendo Switch
By Samuel Tolbert published
Assassin's Creed The Ezio Collection is headed to the Nintendo Switch in February, Ubisoft has confirmed. This collection compiles three Assassin's Creed games and all of their DLC.
Nintendo Switch outsold every other console combined in Japan in 2021
By Samuel Tolbert published
The Nintendo Switch outsold every other console combined in Japan in 2021, per a new report. Over 5 million Nintendo Switch units were sold in Japan in 2021.
Metroid could get the attention it deserves if Nintendo plays things right
By Samuel Tolbert published
Metroid could get the attention it deserves. Now more than ever, players are interested in the story of Samus Aran, and that's not something Nintendo should miss.
Xbox Series X vs. Nintendo Switch OLED: Which should you buy?
By Samuel Tolbert published
The Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch OLED are two of the hottest console available, but which should you buy? Here's what you need to know about the Xbox Series X vs Nintendo Switch OLED.
How to whitelist Nintendo Switch games in the Parental Controls app
By Lory Gil, Brendan Lowry, Samuel Tolbert published
You may want to keep the age rating restrictions on for most of your kids' games, but if there's a restricted title they can play, you don't have to turn off Parental Controls to allow it.
How to link your Nintendo Network ID and your Nintendo Account
By Lory Gil, Jaz Brown, Rebecca Spear, Samuel Tolbert published
You might have a Nintendo Account. You might have a Nintendo Network ID. Did you know you can connect them both to take advantage of features across your Nintendo devices?
How to refund a game on Nintendo Switch
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo is pretty stringent when it comes to issuing refunds for digital games, but it's still technically possibly in certain situations. Here's how to refund a game on Nintendo Switch.
How to get Nintendo Switch Online without a credit card
By Samuel Tolbert, Rebecca Spear published
Want an online subscription but don't want your credit card info stored on your Nintendo account. There is another way!
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl get new secret base statues
By Samuel Tolbert published
With a special code this holiday, you can unlock some new Pokémon statues for your secret base in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
November 2021 NPD: Nintendo Switch is the best-selling console of the month
By Samuel Tolbert published
The Nintendo Switch was the best-selling console of November 2021, according to the NPD group. Over one million Nintendo Switch consoles were sold, across all models.
All Pokémon that evolve when traded in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
By Samuel Tolbert published
Trading is a huge part of any Pokémon game, as some Pokémon won't evolve otherwise. Here's a list of all the Pokémon that evolve when traded in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl: How to unlock Battle Tower
By Samuel Tolbert published
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl feature plenty of post-game challenges, including the Battle Tower. Here's how to unlock the Battle Tower in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl vs. Sword and Shield: Which one should I get this holiday?
By Samuel Tolbert published
How to see in dark caves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
By Samuel Tolbert published
Having trouble navigating the dark paths of Wayward Cave? We're here to help. Here's how to see in caves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
How to get Drifloon and Drifblim in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
By Samuel Tolbert published
If you need a Drifblim in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, it's not super easy to figure out. Here's how to get Drifblim (and Drifloon) in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Poffin cooking guide
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Two Star Wars wireless chargers are 50% off for a short time
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Two Star Wars wireless chargers are half-off right now, so if you want to save a bunch of money on a really cool charger for your phone, you'll want to act quickly and grab one.
Report: Nintendo president calls Activision Blizzard reports 'distressing and disturbing'
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser reportedly referred to the Activision Blizzard reports as "distressing and disturbing," per an email obtained by Fanbyte.
October 2021 NPD: Metroid Dread has the best launch of the franchise
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo Switch gets Twitch streaming app
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo Switch now has a native Twitch app, letting players stream their favorite Twitch channels to their Switch instead of having to use something else like their computer or phone.
Nintendo Switch and first party games reach new milestones, per Nintendo Q2 financial results
By Samuel Tolbert published
Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack: Are N64 & Sega Genesis games worth it?
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack is now available, bringing access to Nintendo 64 and Sega Genesis games. With that in mind, is it worth buying right now?
Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack simply isn't worth the price
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
Nintendo's revealed just how much it'll cost for the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. While there's some neat extras, right now this extra tier simply isn't worth the money.
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