The Simpsons episode with Pokémon GO reference has been banned from airing in Russia

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After criticism from the Russian Orthodox Church, The Simpsons episode with a Pokémon GO reference will not be airing on Russian TV network 2x2. The episode, which originally aired in the U.S. on April 30 via Fox, features Homer Simpson playing a mobile game named Peekimon Get as he walks into a church looking for … Continue reading The Simpsons episode with Pokémon GO reference has been banned from airing in Russia

Pokémon GO developer Niantic teams up with the Knight Foundation to promote local city exploration

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Pokémon GO developer Niantic has teamed up with the Knight Foundation to promote local city exploration and civic engagement in communities. Both entities are planning to pitch in time, money and lots of Pokémon to encourage citizens to go outside and explore their towns through city-organized events. “We’re techno-optimists at the Knight Foundation,” says Knight … Continue reading Pokémon GO developer Niantic teams up with the Knight Foundation to promote local city exploration

Pokémon Shuffle adds new Incineroar stage, Salazzle challenge and more

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A few brand-new challenges have begun in both Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile. First, an Incineroar Escalation Battle stage has begun. It lasts until May 16, 2017. Next, a high-speed challenge for Salazzle has also begun. It runs until May 16, 2017. Next, a stage for Alolan Ninetales has also begun. It also runs … Continue reading Pokémon Shuffle adds new Incineroar stage, Salazzle challenge and more

New UNIQLO + Nintendo collection of fan-designed shirts unveiled, features Pokémon and more

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There's a new UNIQLO + Nintendo collection of fan-designed shirts that will be available on May 19. The result of a global design contest, the winners were chosen with the help of Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto and include some unique designs featuring Pokémon, Mario, Splatoon, Zelda and other Nintendo brands. There are 25 total designs that; … Continue reading New UNIQLO + Nintendo collection of fan-designed shirts unveiled, features Pokémon and more

What losing a Pokémon Contest sometimes feels like for May

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Especially when things don't go as planned.

Lure Modules in Pokémon GO will last for six hours as part of the new Grass Weekend event

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To help Pokémon GO players catch more Grass-type Pokémon this weekend, Lure Modules will last for six hours as part of the new Grass Weekend event, which officially kicks off on May 5. During the latest in-game event, you can expect to see Grass-type Pokémon crop up more often as you explore your world with … Continue reading Lure Modules in Pokémon GO will last for six hours as part of the new Grass Weekend event

Pokémon Red and Green officially inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame

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Pokémon Red and Green are among the latest games that have officially been inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame. Alongside Donkey Kong, Halo: Combat Evolved and Street Fighter II, Pokémon Red and Green emerged from a field of 12 finalists that also included Final Fantasy VII, Microsoft Windows Solitaire, Mortal Kombat, Myst, … Continue reading Pokémon Red and Green officially inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame

More Grass-type Pokémon will appear in Pokémon GO this weekend as part of new Grass Weekend event

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Pokémon GO players are going to want to be on the lookout for more Grass-type Pokémon near them this weekend. Starting tomorrow, May 5, expect to see Grass-type Pokémon crop up more often as you explore your world with Pokémon GO. According to The Pokémon Company, it's a great opportunity to catch Pokémon that you … Continue reading More Grass-type Pokémon will appear in Pokémon GO this weekend as part of new Grass Weekend event