The recently-announced Pokémon RPG for Nintendo Switch might be available as early as next year. Game Freak’s first console Pokémon game is scheduled to launch sometime in 2018 or later, according to Nintendo's latest earnings release. A more specific launch window has yet to be announced, but stay tuned for any updates. Pokémon Switch will make use of the versatile … Continue reading Game Freak’s Pokémon RPG for Nintendo Switch confirmed for 2018 or later
Pokemon Sun and Moon among Japan’s top-selling games for 35th week in a row
For the 35th consecutive week, Pokemon Sun and Moon are still among the best selling games in Japan. Between July 17 and July 23, the latest duo of Pokemon games collectively sold more than 5,000 copies in the region. They’ve managed to secure the 11th spot – a slight decline in rank compared to the previous week. The list … Continue reading Pokemon Sun and Moon among Japan’s top-selling games for 35th week in a row
Pokémon TCG: Shiny Tapu Koko-GX Box now available in stores and at the Pokémon Center
Shiny Tapu Koko-GX blazes its Aero Trail and brings the power of thunder to your next battle! With the Shiny Tapu Koko-GX Box, you get Shiny Tapu Koko both as a huge oversize Pokémon-GX card and as a playable foil promo card. Stand ready to guard the islands with Shiny Tapu Koko! The Shiny Tapu Koko-GX … Continue reading Pokémon TCG: Shiny Tapu Koko-GX Box now available in stores and at the Pokémon Center
Hariyama, #297 – Arm Thrust Pokémon
Hariyama practices its straight-arm slaps in any number of locations. One hit of this Pokémon's powerful, openhanded, straight-arm punches could snap a telephone pole in two. Hariyama's thick body may appear fat, but it is actually a hunk of solid muscle. If this Pokémon bears down and tightens all its muscles, its body becomes as … Continue reading Hariyama, #297 – Arm Thrust Pokémon
New Pokémon Center set to open in Japan, offers “plenty of opportunities” for job seekers
A new Pokémon Center is scheduled to open in Japan, though its exact location is currently unknown. According to a job listing found on the Japanese website MyNabi, The Pokémon Company is hiring staff for a “brand-new Pokémon Center location,” which offers “plenty of opportunities” for young adults seeking employment. To date, there are a … Continue reading New Pokémon Center set to open in Japan, offers “plenty of opportunities” for job seekers
How much Pokémon Center employees make in Japan
The salary for Pokémon Center employees in Japan ranges from around three million yen ($26,738) to five million yen ($44,564). Age, experience and skills are taken into consideration for the starting salary. Bonuses are distributed twice a year - during summer and winter - and salary increase is given to every employee once a year. … Continue reading How much Pokémon Center employees make in Japan
Pokémon Shuffle celebrates over 6.5 million downloads with free Shiny Tyranitar on Nintendo 3DS
The Pokémon Company has announced that Pokémon Shuffle (Poké Toru in Japan) has been downloaded more than 6.5 million times for Nintendo 3DS worldwide. To celebrate this milestone, all players will receive a free Shiny Tyranitar, 10,000 coins and 30 hearts with a new Pokémon Event starting as early as next week. Today’s content update … Continue reading Pokémon Shuffle celebrates over 6.5 million downloads with free Shiny Tyranitar on Nintendo 3DS
Pokémon GO battle periods revealed for Legendaries Articuno, Moltres and Zapdos
Based on the efforts at the first-ever Pokémon GO Fest in Chicago, Illinois, Lugia and Articuno were unlocked. In the weeks ahead, they will be joined by Moltres and Zapdos. The official battle periods for all three Legendaries are as follows: Articuno (Team Mystic) released on Saturday, July 22 and available through Monday, July 31. … Continue reading Pokémon GO battle periods revealed for Legendaries Articuno, Moltres and Zapdos
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