July 2018 – Page 77 – Pokémon Blog

Nintendo says Pokémon and The Legend of Zelda overperform in the Canadian market

Posted on July 1, 2018June 30, 2018 by Blogger

In a recent interview with The Star, Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé said that two of Nintendo's franchises in particular - Pokémon and The Legend of Zelda - are known to overperform in the Canadian market. “There are certain franchises that overperform in the Canadian market. Legend of Zelda is one," Fils-Aimé said. "I … Continue reading Nintendo says Pokémon and The Legend of Zelda overperform in the Canadian market

Pikachu Outbreak 2018 will feature 1,500 Pikachu in Yokohama from August 10 to 16

Posted on July 1, 2018June 20, 2018 by Blogger

A total of 1,500 Pikachu will take over Yokohama’s streets for the annual Pikachu Outbreak festival. For its fifth anniversary this year, fans can also expect a longer day-to-night event, complete with special digital effects in line with this year’s theme "Science is Amazing." Held from August 10 to 16, Pikachu Outbreak 2018 will include … Continue reading Pikachu Outbreak 2018 will feature 1,500 Pikachu in Yokohama from August 10 to 16

The Cat Mario Show episode 117 features E3 2018, Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu, Let’s Go Eevee, Poké Ball Plus, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and more

Posted on July 1, 2018July 1, 2018 by Blogger

The 117th installment of the Japanese version of The Cat Mario Show has gone live, giving us another look at various Nintendo Switch titles. Among the games and topics featured include E3 2018, Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee, Poké Ball Plus and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. To see some gameplay footage from … Continue reading The Cat Mario Show episode 117 features E3 2018, Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu, Let’s Go Eevee, Poké Ball Plus, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and more

Volcarona, #637 – Sun Pokémon

Posted on July 1, 2018July 1, 2018 by Blogger

A sea of fire engulfs the surroundings of their battles, since they use their six wings to scatter their ember scales. When volcanic ash darkened the atmosphere, it is said that Volcarona's fire provided a replacement for the sun. Type: Bug/Fire Category: Sun Ability: Flame Body, where contact with the Pokémon may burn the attacker. Hidden Ability: … Continue reading Volcarona, #637 – Sun Pokémon

Jirachi distribution event announced for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon from August 1 to 31 in Japan

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Blogger

The Pokémon Company has announced a new distribution event for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon players in Japan. According to promotional material at official Pokémon Center stores, Jirachi will be distributed at the Pokémon Center in the Tōhoku region from August 1 to August 31 to commemorate the Japanese Tanabata Festival. Specific details about … Continue reading Jirachi distribution event announced for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon from August 1 to 31 in Japan

Nintendo is creating amiibo for all veteran fighters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, including Pichu and Pokémon Trainer

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Blogger

All current Super Smash Bros. series amiibo figures are compatible with Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and any fighter’s amiibo figure from other series will also be supported. There are several characters that don't have an amiibo yet, such as Pichu and Pokémon Trainer, but you can rest assured that Nintendo will be releasing amiibo for … Continue reading Nintendo is creating amiibo for all veteran fighters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, including Pichu and Pokémon Trainer

Rare Pokémon like Corsola now appearing throughout Westfalenpark for Safari Zone Dortmund in Pokémon GO

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Blogger

The first event in Professor Willow’s Global Research Challenge is now underway in Dortmund, Germany, during the Pokémon GO Safari Zone event from June 30 to July 1. While there is plenty to do in the Dortmund area during this free event, such as encountering Unown and Corsola throughout Westfalenpark and Raid Battles happening around the city, Trainers worldwide … Continue reading Rare Pokémon like Corsola now appearing throughout Westfalenpark for Safari Zone Dortmund in Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO players at Safari Zone Dortmund have successfully unlocked 3× catch XP global bonus

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Blogger

The first event in Professor Willow’s Global Research Challenge is now underway in Dortmund, Germany, during the Pokémon GO Safari Zone event from June 30 to July 1. While there is plenty to do in the Dortmund area during this free event, such as encountering Unown and Corsola throughout Westfalenpark and Raid Battles happening around the city, Trainers worldwide … Continue reading Pokémon GO players at Safari Zone Dortmund have successfully unlocked 3× catch XP global bonus