Detective Pikachu, Pokkén Tournament DX, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon reappear on the latest top 50 Japanese sales charts, June 25 to July 1

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have reappeared near the very top of the latest software charts in Japan for another consecutive week. Pokkén Tournament DX and the recently-released Detective Pikachu manage to reappear as well. The latest Japanese sales charts are as follows: Media Create Sales: Week 26, 2018 (Jun 25 - Jul 01) 01./01. [NSW] Mario Tennis Aces (Nintendo) {2018.06.22} (¥5.980) - 49.143 … Continue reading Detective Pikachu, Pokkén Tournament DX, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon reappear on the latest top 50 Japanese sales charts, June 25 to July 1

Official Pokémon mascots for Eevee and Slowpoke visit New Ginger Museum in Tochigi, Japan

As part of its ultra popular Project Eevee initiative, The Pokémon Company has sent the official mascot versions of Eevee and Slowpoke to visit New Ginger Museum in Tochigi, Japan. During their visit, the two mascots got to interact with passionate employees and witness the many uses of ginger for themselves. They even got to … Continue reading Official Pokémon mascots for Eevee and Slowpoke visit New Ginger Museum in Tochigi, Japan

The Pokémon Company president explains why he thought Nintendo Switch was going to fail, Pokémon Switch games will bring further success

The Pokémon Company CEO and president Tsunekazu Ishihara wasn’t always keen on Nintendo Switch. In fact, he told Nintendo prior to its release that it wouldn’t be successful. He felt that “in the age of the smartphone, no one would carry out a game console.” Nintendo's latest console did end up becoming a success in … Continue reading The Pokémon Company president explains why he thought Nintendo Switch was going to fail, Pokémon Switch games will bring further success

Nintendo had the third most-seen TV game ads during June 2018 with more than 373 million impressions

Compared to its competitors, Nintendo had the third most-seen TV game ads during June 2018 with more than 373 million impressions. Read on below to learn more: In third place is Nintendo with 18 spots that aired over 3,300 times, racking up 373 million impressions. The spot with the most impressions (133.3 million) was “Best … Continue reading Nintendo had the third most-seen TV game ads during June 2018 with more than 373 million impressions

Pokémon Crystal and multiple other Pokémon games reappear on the Nintendo 3DS eShop charts for the week ending July 4

Multiple Pokémon games have once again reappeared on the latest Nintendo 3DS eShop charts, including various classics such as Pokémon Crystal, Pokémon Gold, Pokémon Silver, Pokémon Yellow, Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue. Pokémon Ultra Sun makes another appearance as well. This week’s 3DS eShop charts in full are as follows: Software 1. Pokemon Crystal 2. Pokemon Yellow 3. Pokemon Silver 4. Pokemon Gold 5. … Continue reading Pokémon Crystal and multiple other Pokémon games reappear on the Nintendo 3DS eShop charts for the week ending July 4

Nintendo Switch sells more than 4.5 million units in Japan

Japanese gaming publication Famitsu has revealed that sales for Nintendo Switch have exceeded 4.5 million units in Japan alone. This massive figure was attained in a little more than a year, since the console launched in March 2017. At this pace, the five-million mark will be met in no time. Nintendo is expected to reveal … Continue reading Nintendo Switch sells more than 4.5 million units in Japan

Summer Style Pikachu wears a straw hat and sunglasses in Pokémon GO

Niantic has announced its plans for Pokémon GO’s second anniversary, which includes the new Summer Style Pikachu and the Mythical Pokémon Celebi. Pikachu and Pichu will appear more frequently tomorrow (July 6 PT) until July 31. A special Summer Style Pikachu, that’s decked out in a straw hat and sunglasses, will be available later this year. Pikachu Fan Avatar … Continue reading Summer Style Pikachu wears a straw hat and sunglasses in Pokémon GO

Pikachu Fan Avatar items, special T-shirt and Pikachu ears announced for Pokémon GO

Niantic has announced its plans for Pokémon GO’s second anniversary, which includes the new Summer Style Pikachu and the Mythical Pokémon Celebi. Pikachu and Pichu will appear more frequently tomorrow (July 6 PT) until July 31. A special Summer Style Pikachu, that’s decked out in a straw hat and sunglasses, will be available later this year. Pikachu Fan Avatar … Continue reading Pikachu Fan Avatar items, special T-shirt and Pikachu ears announced for Pokémon GO