You’re familiar with Raichu, but have you met Alolan Raichu?

Raichu is the evolved form of the most iconic Pokemon, Pikachu, which means chances are you've probably seen it several times before. In Pokemon Sun and Moon, you'll be able to encounter the new Alola variant of Raichu, Alolan Raichu, when the games arrive on November 18 for Nintendo 3DS.

Video: Nintendo Minute and Game Freak discuss their favorite things about Pokemon Sun and Moon’s Alola region

Throughout November, Nintendo Minute will be sharing videos dedicated to Pokemon Sun and Moon as part of Pokemon Month. In the first episode, hosts Kit and Krysta are joined by Junichi Masuda and Shigeru Ohmori of Game Freak, as they share their favorite things about the new Alola region. Check them out in the new video … Continue reading Video: Nintendo Minute and Game Freak discuss their favorite things about Pokemon Sun and Moon’s Alola region

Pokemon GO’s updated tracker expands to Arizona and Washington

Pokemon GO's updated tracking system, which was initially introduced in August, has expanded to certain parts of Arizona, Washington and the remainder of San Francisco. It is still in the beta phase as Niantic continues to test it out and tweak its capabilities. "As you might be aware, we’re currently testing a variation of the … Continue reading Pokemon GO’s updated tracker expands to Arizona and Washington

Genesect featured in this month’s Pokemon TCG: Mythical Pokemon Collection

The month of Genesect continues with the Pokemon TCG: Mythical Pokemon Collection, which features the Paleozoic Pokemon. The latest collection includes a special Genesect promo card, a pin of the Mythical Pokemon, two Pokemon TCG: Generations booster packs and a Pokemon TCG Online code card. It is available now at the official Pokemon Center website.

New Pokemon Sun and Moon commercial: Encountering Alolan Exeggutor, Alolan Vulpix and Dragonite in the wild

One of the latest Japanese commercials for Pokemon Sun and Moon portrays what it's like to encounter Pokemon in the wild, complete with CGI. It features a depiction of Alola, where Pokemon like Alolan Exeggutor, Alolan Vulpix and Dragonite roam. It even ends with a beautiful setting at a tranquil beach where the adorable starter Litten … Continue reading New Pokemon Sun and Moon commercial: Encountering Alolan Exeggutor, Alolan Vulpix and Dragonite in the wild

Game Freak teases how imported first-gen Pokemon will be different in Sun and Moon

Game Freak has once again teased how first-gen Pokemon imported to Pokemon Sun and Moon will have some unspecified changes. “I wonder how they’re going to change,” series producer Junichi Masuda told IGN. “I hope that’s something people will look forward to seeing how it works.” Transfers from Pokemon Red and Blue to Pokemon Sun … Continue reading Game Freak teases how imported first-gen Pokemon will be different in Sun and Moon

Nidoking – #034

Nidoking's thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this Pokémon goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it. Type: Poison/Ground Category: Drill Ability: Poison Point, which may poison the attacker when it makes contact with the Pokemon. Or Rivalry, which deals more damage to Pokemon of … Continue reading Nidoking – #034

Eevee is the “first example” of how the distance required to hatch Pokemon GO Eggs could change

In Pokemon GO, the popular Eevee now hatches exclusively from five-kilometer Eggs. Prior to this, it could only be hatched from a 10-kilometer Egg. According to developer Niantic, Eevee is the "first example" of how the distance required to hatch an Egg could change, suggesting further tweaks to the Egg-hatching system down the line. “Prof. Willow's … Continue reading Eevee is the “first example” of how the distance required to hatch Pokemon GO Eggs could change