Samuel Tolbert

Samuel Tolbert

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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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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.

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Best games to play after Metroid Dread 2023

By Samuel Tolbert published

If you've played Metroid Dread and you aren't sure what should be next, we've got you covered. Here's the best games to play after Metroid Dread on the Nintendo Switch.

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Best Nintendo Switch games under $20 in 2022

By Casian Holly, Samuel Tolbert published

The only reason you should be dropping $60 on your Nintendo Switch is if you're picking up multiple awesome cheap games. Here's our list of the best for under $20!

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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.

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Best drinking games to play with the Nintendo Switch 2022

By Samuel Tolbert, Reb Valentine published

1, 2, SHOT! Here are the best possible drinking games out there to play on your Nintendo Switch!

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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.

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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.

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Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl vs. Sword and Shield: Which one should I get this holiday?

By Samuel Tolbert published

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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.

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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.

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Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Poffin cooking guide

By Samuel Tolbert last updated

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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.

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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.

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October 2021 NPD: Metroid Dread has the best launch of the franchise

By Samuel Tolbert published

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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.

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Nintendo Switch and first party games reach new milestones, per Nintendo Q2 financial results

By Samuel Tolbert published

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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?

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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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Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack pricing revealed, starts at $50 for one year

By Samuel Tolbert published

Nintendo shared the price for the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack. Players can start by grabbing a one-year membership for $50.

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Differences between the Nintendo Switch OLED model and the previous models

By Samuel Tolbert last updated

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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