Nintendo orders takedown of 11-year-old RPG maker Pokémon Essentials

Pokémon Essentials is one of the latest fan-made projects ordered to be shutdown by Nintendo. The 11-year-old Pokémon Essentials provided full tilesets, maps, music and sprites that players were able drag and drop onto a canvas to create a playable experience. Following Nintendo's request, Pokémon Essentials will no longer be "hosted or distributed on PokéCommunity." … Continue reading Nintendo orders takedown of 11-year-old RPG maker Pokémon Essentials

Charging stand for Poké Ball Plus releasing on November 16

Japanese manufacturer Cyber Gadget has revealed its officially-licensed silicon covers for Poké Ball Plus. They come in either yellow or brown, resembling the two mascots of Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee. There’s also a second batch featuring the colors red and blue, with shades that match Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers. These covers were designed to protect your Poké … Continue reading Charging stand for Poké Ball Plus releasing on November 16

Video: Adorable Eevee stars in official Sea Skim clip from Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee

In Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee, Secret Techniques are special skills your partner learns that can be used outside of battle. Clear away troublesome trees with Chop Down, or glide across the water with Sea Skim. Sky Dash allows you to quickly revisit towns and cities you’ve been to before. Your partner … Continue reading Video: Adorable Eevee stars in official Sea Skim clip from Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee

Official Pokémon promo for Twitch: Nostalgia, I Choose You!

Pokémon fans can join an extensive animation celebration with Twitch's two-month marathon of Pokémon the Series on its TwitchPresents channel. Until October 28, Twitch is streaming all 19 seasons of the TV show and 16 Pokémon movies. Check out the official promo for this collaboration in the embedded video below: Nostalgia, I Choose You! Spin your hats backward and sing along … Continue reading Official Pokémon promo for Twitch: Nostalgia, I Choose You!

Nintendo Switch Pikachu & Eevee Edition console with Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu or Let’s Go Eevee + Poké Ball Plus priced at $400

A special bundle that includes a Nintendo Switch system, Pikachu- and Eevee-themed Joy-Con controllers, a pre-installed copy of Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! or Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee!, and a Poké Ball Plus will be released on November 16. The front of the dock features Eevee and Pikachu, while the back of the console has silhouettes of both partner … Continue reading Nintendo Switch Pikachu & Eevee Edition console with Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu or Let’s Go Eevee + Poké Ball Plus priced at $400

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Nintendo Switch console and bundle reportedly leaked

A special bundle that includes a Nintendo Switch system, Pikachu- and Eevee-themed Joy-Con controllers, a pre-installed copy of Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! or Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee!, and a Poké Ball Plus will be released on November 16. The front of the dock features Eevee and Pikachu, while the back of the console has silhouettes of both partner … Continue reading Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Nintendo Switch console and bundle reportedly leaked

Pokémon the Series officially moves for the first time from Thursdays to Sundays on October 7 via TV Tokyo in Japan

The Pokémon Company has confirmed the first significant time change for Pokémon the Series since 1998 in Japan. The final episode to air in its original slot will take place on Thursday, September 13 at 6:55 p.m. JST. After this, there will be a two-week break until Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon resumes playing … Continue reading Pokémon the Series officially moves for the first time from Thursdays to Sundays on October 7 via TV Tokyo in Japan

Video: New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews September 16 episode featuring Mew in Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee

The Pokémon Company has unveiled the official preview for the next episode of Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?!, which is scheduled to air on Sunday, September 16, in Japan. You can check it out in the video below. As usual, the energetic hosts showcase their love for Pokémon with various games and personalities. In this particular episode, Pokémon Let’s … Continue reading Video: New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews September 16 episode featuring Mew in Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee