New Pokémon Winter Hide-and-Seek theme now available on Nintendo 3DS in Japan

Another Pokémon theme has been released via the Nintendo 3DS Theme Shop in Japan. The new Pokémon Winter Hide-and-Seek theme depicts various Pokémon in a snowy environment, featuring Pikachu, Snowman Pikachu, Snorunt, Alolan Sandshrew, Cosmog and more. It also includes the catchy Jubilife City music from Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. To get a first look … Continue reading New Pokémon Winter Hide-and-Seek theme now available on Nintendo 3DS in Japan

New Pokémon Duel update now live, features Mega Evolutions from Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire and more

Pokémon Duel, the mobile strategy game in which players battle and train digital Pokémon figures, has released a new update, featuring starter Mega Evolutions from Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire and more, available now. Here's what's new in this update: New Look, New Feel: In addition to an all new look in the … Continue reading New Pokémon Duel update now live, features Mega Evolutions from Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire and more

Pokémon With You campaign adds 12 new badges from the Kanto region

The Pokémon With You line of merchandise has added 12 new badges of Pokémon that originally appeared in the Kanto region from Pokémon Red and Green. It features Pokémon like Charmander, Squirtle Bulbasaur, Mew and Eevee in heartwarming poses. Pokémon With You is a campaign that was originally inaugurated to help lift spirits in some … Continue reading Pokémon With You campaign adds 12 new badges from the Kanto region

Pokémon Gold, Silver and Pokkén Tournament DX among the 30 best-selling games in Japan during October 2017

The latest issue of Famitsu has shared a listing of the top 30 best-selling games in Japan for October 2017. It once again includes Pokkén Tournament DX, Pokémon Gold and Silver. You can check out the full results below: 1. [NSW] Super Mario Odyssey – 575,163 (511,625 physical, 63,538 digital) 2. [PS4] Gran Turismo Sport … Continue reading Pokémon Gold, Silver and Pokkén Tournament DX among the 30 best-selling games in Japan during October 2017

Fire Emblem Heroes beats Pokémon Magikarp Jump in becoming Google Play’s Best of 2017 games in Japan

Pokémon Magikarp Jump was among the games that were nominated for Google Play’s Best of 2017 awards in Japan. The mobile title was up against a range of other games released within the past year, including Nintendo’s Super Mario Run and Fire Emblem Heroes. However, it wasn't able to take the top spot, which was given … Continue reading Fire Emblem Heroes beats Pokémon Magikarp Jump in becoming Google Play’s Best of 2017 games in Japan

Joyous Winter Tree Holiday Collection expands with new festive Pokémon merch featuring Pikachu, Rockruff, Alolan Vulpix and more

The official Joyous Winter Tree Holiday Collection at the Pokémon Center has expanded with new festive Pokémon merch featuring Pikachu, Rockruff, Alolan Vulpix and more. This line currently consists of 12 products in total, including four that are entirely new: Holiday Tree Pikachu Poké Plush - 8 3/4 In. for $22.99, Holiday Rockruff Poké Plush … Continue reading Joyous Winter Tree Holiday Collection expands with new festive Pokémon merch featuring Pikachu, Rockruff, Alolan Vulpix and more

Mismagius, #429 – Magical Pokémon

It chants incantations. While they usually torment targets, some chants bring happiness. Its cries sound like incantations to torment the foe. It appears where you least expect it. Type: Ghost Category: Magical Ability: Levitate, which gives full immunity to all Ground-type moves. Hidden Ability: None Weaknesses: Dark and Ghost Resistances: Bug and Poison Immunity: Normal, Ground and Fighting Evolutions: Mismagius … Continue reading Mismagius, #429 – Magical Pokémon

Pokémon GO in-game map now uses open-sourced mapping service OpenStreetMap

The in-game map in Pokémon GO now looks significantly different after developer Niantic quietly updated the game to use another source for its landscapes, switching from Google Maps to an open-sourced mapping service called OpenStreetMap. The key feature of OpenStreetMap is that it allows users to submit their own data about geographic features and locations. … Continue reading Pokémon GO in-game map now uses open-sourced mapping service OpenStreetMap