Design of Pokémon mascot Pikachu was inspired by a squirrel, not a mouse

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Although Pikachu is known as the iconic Mouse Pokémon, the Pokémon mascot's design was actually inspired by a Squirrel. According to the original designers, including Ken Sugimori, 52, an executive at game developer Game Freak Inc., and illustrator Atsuko Nishida, who was working at the company when Pokémon was first released, Nishida was tasked with … Continue reading Design of Pokémon mascot Pikachu was inspired by a squirrel, not a mouse

Six Pokémon GO team lounges confirmed for Pokémon GO Fest 2018, featuring Instinct, Mystic and Valor

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As part of Niantic’s extensive Pokémon GO Summer Tour 2018, the second Pokémon GO Fest is set to take place on July 14 and July 15 in Chicago, Illinois. Tickets went on sale today, May 11, but are already sold out for both days. While Pokémon GO Fest 2018 will take place over the course of a weekend, participants will only be able to interact with … Continue reading Six Pokémon GO team lounges confirmed for Pokémon GO Fest 2018, featuring Instinct, Mystic and Valor

Eevee will play a major role at the Pikachu Outbreak event for the first time in Yokohama, Japan

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The Pokémon Company recently announced that the immensely-popular Pikachu Outbreak is returning in 2018 for the fifth year in a row. It will once again take place in throughout Yokohama, Japan, from August 10 to August 16. The theme for this year’s campaign is “Science is Amazing! – which is a driving force behind various activities that … Continue reading Eevee will play a major role at the Pikachu Outbreak event for the first time in Yokohama, Japan

Pokémon GO developer Niantic strictly prohibits selfie sticks, pets and many other items at the Pokémon GO Fest 2018 in Chicago, Illinois

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Pokémon GO developer Niantic has compiled the following lists for allowed and prohibited items at the Pokémon GO Fest 2018, which takes place on July 14 and July 15 in Chicago, Illinois. The following items are PROHIBITED: Backpacks (Clear backpacks only. No frames or camping gear.) Cigarettes, E-Cigs or Vaping devices Aerosol containers (including sunscreen … Continue reading Pokémon GO developer Niantic strictly prohibits selfie sticks, pets and many other items at the Pokémon GO Fest 2018 in Chicago, Illinois

FAQs: Everything Pokémon GO Fest 2018 attendees need to know before their trip to Chicago, Illinois

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PARKING AND DIRECTIONS WHERE IS THE ENTRANCE TO POKÉMON GO FEST 2018? Make your way to Lincoln Park and there will be two (2) Main Entrances to Pokémon GO Fest 2018. The NORTH entrance is located at West Belmont Avenue and North Lake Shore Drive. The SOUTH entrance is located at North Stockton Drive and … Continue reading FAQs: Everything Pokémon GO Fest 2018 attendees need to know before their trip to Chicago, Illinois

Pokémon GO Fest 2018 host hotels with discounted rates announced for July 14 and July 15 in Chicago, Illinois

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Special Pokémon GO Fest 2018 discounted rates are available while supplies last at the Chicago-based hotels listed below. Note: Staying at a host hotel does not grant access to Pokémon GO Fest 2018. Pokémon GO Fest 2018 tickets are sold separately. Pokémon GO Fest 2018 is set to take place on July 14 and July 15 … Continue reading Pokémon GO Fest 2018 host hotels with discounted rates announced for July 14 and July 15 in Chicago, Illinois

Video: New story arc for Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon continues on May 17, featuring Ula’ula Island, Tapu Bulu, Acerola, Mudsdale and more

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The next Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon episode, which is set to first air in Japan May 17, features a plethora of recognizable Pokémon and characters – including Ash, Pikachu, Dusk Form Lycanroc, Rowlet, Torracat, Poipole, Acerola, Mudsdale, Tapu Bulu and more. In the upcoming episode, Ash and his buddies continue exploring Ula’ula Island to take … Continue reading Video: New story arc for Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon continues on May 17, featuring Ula’ula Island, Tapu Bulu, Acerola, Mudsdale and more

Pokémon GO scalpers already selling sold-out Pokémon GO Fest 2018 tickets for $400 each on eBay

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As part of Niantic’s extensive Pokémon GO Summer Tour 2018, the second Pokémon GO Fest is set to take place on July 14 and July 15 in Chicago, Illinois. Tickets went on sale today, May 11, but are already sold out for both days. While Pokémon GO Fest 2018 will take place over the course of a weekend, participants will only be able to … Continue reading Pokémon GO scalpers already selling sold-out Pokémon GO Fest 2018 tickets for $400 each on eBay