Pokémon TCG: Shining Legends Elite Trainer Box revealed, launches October 6

The latest Pokémon TCG expansion is almost here, and the best way to start your Shining Legends collection is with this Elite Trainer Box. Inside, you'll find all sorts of goodies to get you geared up for competitive play. In addition to the whopping eight Shining Legends booster packs, you get some cool card sleeves featuring the Legendary Pokémon … Continue reading Pokémon TCG: Shining Legends Elite Trainer Box revealed, launches October 6

Nintendo hosts Pokkén Tournament DX Virtual Academy fan event at PAX West

Super Mario Odyssey and Nintendo Switch are two must-haves for the holiday season, so Nintendo is planning lots of activities for both at the upcoming PAX West gaming event Sept. 1-4 in Seattle. Not only will attendees be able to play the Super Mario Odyssey game, but they’ll also get the chance to participate in … Continue reading Nintendo hosts Pokkén Tournament DX Virtual Academy fan event at PAX West

Pikachu Cake Pan allows you to make perfect Pokémon-themed cakes

The Pikachu Cake Pan has been added to the kitchen products section at ThinkGeek, where you can grab it for the discounted price of $14.99 for a limited time before it returns to $19.99. Its official product description is as follows: I CHOOSE YOU! (THEN I CHEWS YOU!) You know Eddie Izzard's sketch about cake … Continue reading Pikachu Cake Pan allows you to make perfect Pokémon-themed cakes

New Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon clip released, displays Hiker atop Wela Volcano

Following a recent campaign over which Hiker is the best across all Pokémon generations, The Pokémon Company has shared a small clip displaying main Trainer in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon walking up Wela Volcano and encountering the Hiker at the top of the volcano, where you'd normally find Captain Kiawe. You can check … Continue reading New Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon clip released, displays Hiker atop Wela Volcano

New Pokkén Tournament DX trailer introduces Croagunk as a laid back and mischievous fighter

Pokémon is officially making its debut on Nintendo Switch with Pokkén Tournament DX on Sepember 22, 2017. Including all the content from both the Wii U and arcade versions of Pokkén Tournament, the upcoming release introduces a vast array of new features aimed at creating the ultimate Pokkén experience. To see the official introduction trailer for Croagunk in Pokkén … Continue reading New Pokkén Tournament DX trailer introduces Croagunk as a laid back and mischievous fighter

Pokémon TCG: New Shining Legends expansion detailed, launches October 6

The Pokémon Company International today announced Shining Legends, a brand-new expansion for the Pokémon TCG, launching from October 6. For the first time in many years, Pokémon TCG players will have the chance to see and collect Shining Pokémon, including Shining Jirachi and Shining Volcanion. They will be joined in Shining Legends by a host … Continue reading Pokémon TCG: New Shining Legends expansion detailed, launches October 6

Pokémon TCG: Alolan Raichu Figure Collection revealed, launches October 6

Hit the beach and hang ten with the Pokémon TCG: Alolan Raichu Figure Collection! Alolan Raichu is a laid-back surfing Pokémon with some quick attacks, and in this collection you get Alolan Raichu as a playable promo card and a beautifully sculpted figure. Catch some waves by adding Alolan Raichu to your roster! The Pokémon … Continue reading Pokémon TCG: Alolan Raichu Figure Collection revealed, launches October 6

Game Freak wasn’t initially keen on the Pokémon anime

The folks at Game Informer recently had an opportunity to visit Game Freak's studio in Tokyo, Japan, to learn more about Pokémon's origins. One of their detailed talks dealt with the long-running Pokémon anime series, which is believed to have attributed significantly to Pikachu's popularity: "Probably thanks to Pikachu being in the anime and being … Continue reading Game Freak wasn’t initially keen on the Pokémon anime