Official pictures for the new Detective Pikachu amiibo, how it compares to standard amiibo and New Nintendo 2DS XL

A special edition Detective Pikachu amiibo figure is launching alongside the Detective Pikachu game on March 23. This extra-large amiibo can unlock cutscenes if tapped in the Detective Pikachu game, revealing a combination of humorous content that might also provide a hint. This same content can be accessed in the game without the amiibo, but tapping the amiibo will allow … Continue reading Official pictures for the new Detective Pikachu amiibo, how it compares to standard amiibo and New Nintendo 2DS XL

Glaceon, #471 – Fresh Snow Pokémon

By controlling its body heat, it can freeze the atmosphere around it to make a diamond-dust flurry. It lowers its body heat to freeze its fur. The hairs then become like needles it can fire. Type: Ice Category: Fresh Snow Ability: Snow Cloak, which boosts evasion in a hailstorm. Hidden Ability: Ice Body, where the Pokemon gradually … Continue reading Glaceon, #471 – Fresh Snow Pokémon

Level 100 Arceus now available for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon players via CoroCoro Comic in Japan

A special serial code is now being distributed for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon via the new February 2018 issue of CoroCoro Comic in Japan, allowing players to add the Legendary and powerful Pokémon Arceus to their team. Arceus is a rare Pokémon in that it can’t be obtained through normal play. Complete stats on the Pokémon on offer are as … Continue reading Level 100 Arceus now available for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon players via CoroCoro Comic in Japan

Pokémon Shuffle adds new Mareanie, Electrode, Mega Salamence stages and more

A few brand-new challenges have begun in both Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile. First is a new stage featuring Mareanie, which will run until January 30, 2018. Next is a stage featuring Electrode, a Pokémon previously exclusive to Expert stages. It runs until January 23, 2018. Next is a Mega Salamence competitive stage, which … Continue reading Pokémon Shuffle adds new Mareanie, Electrode, Mega Salamence stages and more

New Pokémon Duel update tweaks Drapion, Arbok and Seviper figures

A new version of Pokémon Duel is being uploaded tomorrow, January 17, following the weekly maintenance. This update consists of version 5.0.6 and includes a variety of changes. The following figures are set to be tweaked: Drapion Movement increased from 1 to 2 Arbok Added new ability: Shed Skin Increased power of Poison Fang from … Continue reading New Pokémon Duel update tweaks Drapion, Arbok and Seviper figures

Rating Battle Season 8 revealed for Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon and Pokémon Sun & Moon

The Special Battle rules for Rating Battle Season 8 have been revealed. Season 8 will run from January 23 to March 12, 2018, for Pokémon Sun & Moon and Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, with rankings separate to each other. This rule set allows for use of all Pokémon within the new Alola Pokédex. … Continue reading Rating Battle Season 8 revealed for Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon and Pokémon Sun & Moon

Watch the French announcement trailer for the new Detective Pikachu game

Nintendo France has unveiled the French announcement trailer for Detective Pikachu. You can check it out below, followed by the official video description: En mars 2018, plongez dans une aventure un peu spéciale dans le monde des Pokémon ! Vous incarnez le jeune Tim Goodman à la recherche de son père et devez mener l’enquête … Continue reading Watch the French announcement trailer for the new Detective Pikachu game

Everything you need to know about catching in Pokémon GO’s new AR+ mode (iOS only)

Bring Pokémon GO to the real world like never before. AR+ mode is an enhanced version of Pokémon GO’s augmented reality feature in which Pokémon appear anchored to your real-world environment right in front of you. You can walk right up to a Pokémon for a chance at an Excellent Throw bonus or the perfect … Continue reading Everything you need to know about catching in Pokémon GO’s new AR+ mode (iOS only)