Custom “Special Pikachu Edition” Joy-Con controllers made for Nintendo Switch

A talented Pokémon fan has managed to create a set of custom Joy-Con controllers themed after Pikachu. The "Special Pikachu Edition" Joy-Con are primarily yellow in color, featuring Pikachu's face and tail as decals. Joy-Con are the primary controllers for the Nintendo Switch console. They offer multiple ways for players to interact with games. Two … Continue reading Custom “Special Pikachu Edition” Joy-Con controllers made for Nintendo Switch

Brand-new merch now available at the revamped Pokémon Center in Tohoku, Japan

The Pokémon Center in Tohoku recently reopened its doors to the public after an entire month of renovations. The first photos from the pre-opening event recently emerged online, giving fans a first look at the store’s new layout, merchandise, new Pikachu mascots wearing Rowlet, Victini, and Jirachi costumes, and more. The revamped store is now … Continue reading Brand-new merch now available at the revamped Pokémon Center in Tohoku, Japan

Pokkén Tournament controller works in tabletop mode on Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch console recently received a new system update, which added support for the Wii U Pokkén Pro Pad. The controller along with its excellent D-pad, which was designed specifically for Pokkén Tournament, can now be used with any Nintendo Switch game. The gamepad is also compatible with an adapter in tabletop mode on … Continue reading Pokkén Tournament controller works in tabletop mode on Nintendo Switch

Zombie Jessie creeps toward May, Max, his doppelgänger and Surskit

They shouldn't have laughed at her.

New Pokémon face packs now available in Japan, featuring Pikachu, Squirtle, Bulbasaur and Charmander

Various Pokémon-themed face packs have been released in Japan via variety shops across the region. They are being used as a way to promote the upcoming Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! film and feature designs inspired by Kanto region icons Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Squirtle and Charmander. They are being touted as a perfect way to … Continue reading New Pokémon face packs now available in Japan, featuring Pikachu, Squirtle, Bulbasaur and Charmander

Ryukyu Pikachu and Arcanine Eevee merch revealed for new Pokémon stores in Japan

To celebrate the renewal and opening of a couple Pokémon stores in Okinawa, Japan, The Pokémon Company has unveiled a brand-new selection of merch. It consists of exclusive items that you can only get at these two stores, such as various Pikachu stuffed animals and mascots wearing Ryukyu costumes, adorable Eevee in Arcanine-themed ponchos and … Continue reading Ryukyu Pikachu and Arcanine Eevee merch revealed for new Pokémon stores in Japan

Pelipper, #279 – Water Bird Pokémon

Pelipper is a flying transporter that carries small Pokémon and eggs inside its massive bill. This Pokémon builds its nest on steep cliffs facing the sea. Pelipper searches for food while in flight by skimming the wave tops. This Pokémon dips its large bill in the sea to scoop up food, then swallows everything in … Continue reading Pelipper, #279 – Water Bird Pokémon

New Pokémon GO and Pikachu animation plays in TOHO Cinemas to promote Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!

Another special Pokémon animation now plays before movies in TOHO Cinemas across Japan, as part of an ongoing partnership between Pokémon GO developer Niantic and TOHO Cinemas, as well as a way to promote Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!. The clip features a PokéStop from Pokémon GO, lots of Poké Balls, Ho-Oh, Ash Ketchum‘s iconic cap and of course Pikachu. You can … Continue reading New Pokémon GO and Pikachu animation plays in TOHO Cinemas to promote Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!