Torkoal lets out tears of joy to express approval of Ash as its trainer

They both share a close bond with each other.

New Game Boy Color mod implements a backlit screen

A new hardware mod swaps out the Game Boy Color’s built-in screen for the backlit LCD of the upgraded Game Boy Advance SP, the AGS-101 model, which was released more than two years after the original GBA SP’s debut. Because the SP’s screen is larger and thicker than the GBC’s display, everything couldn't fit inside … Continue reading New Game Boy Color mod implements a backlit screen

New Pokémon Gallery Figures line expands with Espeon and Umbreon

The recently-launched line of Pokémon Gallery Figures has expanded with two Pokémon that were originally discovered in the Johto region. It consists of action poses of  Espeon using Light Screen and Umbreon using Dark Pulse. Each figure can be purchased via the official Pokémon Center online store for $16.99. There are now 10 Pokémon Gallery Figures in total, the … Continue reading New Pokémon Gallery Figures line expands with Espeon and Umbreon

Swalot, #317 – Poison Bag Pokémon

When Swalot spots prey, it spurts out a hideously toxic fluid from its pores and sprays the target. Once the prey has weakened, this Pokémon gulps it down whole with its cavernous mouth. Swalot has no teeth, so what it eats, it swallows whole, no matter what. Its cavernous mouth yawns widely. An automobile tire … Continue reading Swalot, #317 – Poison Bag Pokémon

Pokkén Tournament Arcade updated with support Pokémon sets, new skills, customization items and more

A new event for the original version of Pokkén Tournament on Arcade recently went live in Japan. Among the new additions is another Special Bonus, allowing players to gain access to the following items: Support Pokémon sets New skills New customization items for your avatar New titles To view pictures of these new additions, click … Continue reading Pokkén Tournament Arcade updated with support Pokémon sets, new skills, customization items and more

Pokémon Adventures 20th Anniversary Illustration Book: The Art of Pokémon Adventures out now

Pokémon fans can finally get their hands on Pokémon Adventures 20th Anniversary Illustration Book: The Art of Pokémon Adventures, which is now available for purchase at several retailers, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million and RightStuf. Priced at $24.99, the new illustration book consists of artwork, sketches and a brand-new manga short story from Satoshi … Continue reading Pokémon Adventures 20th Anniversary Illustration Book: The Art of Pokémon Adventures out now

New Pokémon Magikarp Jump update now live, adds final league, post-game features, random events and more

Pokémon Magikarp Jump has been updated to version 1.3.0 across iOS and Android devices. The latest update implements the final league, new post-game features, random events and more. The official release notes in full are as follows: You can now challenge the final league! New features to enjoy playing even after the ending! New random … Continue reading New Pokémon Magikarp Jump update now live, adds final league, post-game features, random events and more

Rare Candies and Fast Ball now available for the final global mission in Pokémon Sun and Moon

Pokémon Global Link (PGL) members who took part in the ninth and final global mission - titled Try Your Luck! - can now receive their prizes in Pokémon Sun and Moon. If you contributed one or more lottery plays, your prizes are now available. Log in to the PGL using the Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon … Continue reading Rare Candies and Fast Ball now available for the final global mission in Pokémon Sun and Moon