Pokémon GO exceeds $1.2 billion in revenue and 752 million downloads

Pokémon GO has managed to attain a whopping $1.2 billion in revenue and 752 million total downloads, according to Boston-based app intelligence startup Apptopia. The immensely-popular mobile game's total revenues for 2016 were at $950 million. Niantic’s continued support, which includes adding new Pokémon and reworking the existing Gym feature, has likely helped keep users … Continue reading Pokémon GO exceeds $1.2 billion in revenue and 752 million downloads

Watch day 1 of the 2017 Pokémon North American International Championships live

Day 1 of the 2017 Pokémon North American International Championships is officially underway, and you can catch up on all the live action through the video below. The livestream features play-by-play and analysis by expert commentators designated by The Pokémon Company. Be sure to stick around all the way through Sunday's finals to find out … Continue reading Watch day 1 of the 2017 Pokémon North American International Championships live

Ash, Pikachu, Brock, May, Max and even his doppelgänger have the same shocked expression

What or who could they all be staring at?

Everything you need to know about the 2017 Pokémon World Championships in Anaheim, California

The 2017 Pokémon World Championships are headed to Anaheim, California, from August 18–20. The best players from around the world will be competing for the title of Pokémon TCG, Video Game, or Pokkén Tournament World Champion, and for a combined prize pool worth more than $500,000 in prizes! The Pokémon World Championships are an invitation-only … Continue reading Everything you need to know about the 2017 Pokémon World Championships in Anaheim, California

Pokémon: Look Upon the Stars and Pokémon Pop themes now available on Nintendo 3DS in North America

Two brand-new Pokémon themes have been released in North America. These themes are both based on Pokémon merchandise lines that recently launched in Japan. The first is Pokémon: Look Upon The Stars, which features artwork of Cosmog and Pikachu, with a bunch of Pokémon constellations in the background that change as you scroll. It has … Continue reading Pokémon: Look Upon the Stars and Pokémon Pop themes now available on Nintendo 3DS in North America

Lombre, #271 – Jolly Pokémon

Lombre is nocturnal—it will get active after dusk. It is also a mischief maker. When this Pokémon spots anglers, it tugs on their fishing lines from beneath the surface and enjoys their consternation. Lombre's entire body is covered by a slippery, slimy film. It feels horribly unpleasant to be touched by this Pokémon's hands. Lombre … Continue reading Lombre, #271 – Jolly Pokémon

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon debut on Famitsu’s most wanted list

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have managed to appear at the 14th spot on Famitsu's most wanted list, with a total of 80 votes for the period between June 15 and June 21. The most wanted games from the latest issue of Weekly Famitsu are as follows: 01. Dragon Quest XI: Sugisarishi Toki o … Continue reading Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon debut on Famitsu’s most wanted list

Pokémon Yellow overtaken by Super Metroid and Zelda: A Link to the Past on the Nintendo 3DS eShop charts for second consecutive week

Pokémon Yellow has slipped to a couple spots down on the latest Nintendo 3DS eShop charts. The Game Boy classic managed to once again claim the number-three spot, directly behind Super Metroid and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past. Pokémon Red and Blue and Pokémon Sun and Moon have also featured again as well. … Continue reading Pokémon Yellow overtaken by Super Metroid and Zelda: A Link to the Past on the Nintendo 3DS eShop charts for second consecutive week